Develop and maintain Java-based backend applications and microservices with a focus on performance and reliability.
Implement Spring Boot applications following best practices in clean code, testing, and performance optimization.
Work closely with DevOps to containerize and deploy applications and integrate CI/CD pipelines.
Use events to build robust, asynchronous systems that support scalability and decoupled services.
Design and maintain efficient relational database integrations that ensure data integrity and system responsiveness.
Engage in architectural discussions, perform code reviews, and promote best practices.
Utilize hands-on AI code companions and intelligent development tools to enhance productivity.
Provide guidance to junior developers and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

5+ years of experience in backend software development using Java 8 or above
Full stack development experience with proficiency across backend and frontend technologies (angular or react)
Strong proficiency with Spring Boot and the Spring framework ecosystem
Hands-on experience designing and implementing RESTful microservices
Proficiency in writing optimized SQL queries and working with databases
Working knowledge of Apache Kafka or similar messaging platforms
Strong understanding of asynchronous programming, message-driven systems, and distributed systems
Good understanding of Docker, orchestration platforms like Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins for automated build and deployment
Experience with Git, Agile development practices, and Cloud platforms (e.g., GCP, AWS, Azure)
Hands-on experience with AI code companions and intelligent development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, JetBrains AI Assistant, or similar platforms)
Strong English communication skills; German language skills are a plus.

Senior Java Software Engineer

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