JVM Software Engineer with GoCardless (f/m/x)

🏢 Summary: Senior Backend Engineer role focused on designing and developing scalable, reliable backend services using Java. The position involves working in a cross-functional team to build high-performance systems, improve architecture, and support CI/CD and production environments. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years Backend Engineering experience, Strong Java proficiency, Solid knowledge of databases and SQL, Experience with RESTful APIs, Experience with microservices architecture, Experience with high-load systems, Experience with Docker and Kubernetes, Experience with AWS or GCP, Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Understanding of Agile practices 📃 Skills: Java, SQL, REST, Microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, GCP, CI/CD, Golang, Python 🏢 Description: We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with strong Java experience to help us design and develop scalable solutions. You will work in a cross-functional team, building reliable services and contributing to the continuous improvement of our systems. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems and driving technical excellence. 💼 Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain backend features and services. Collaborate with teams to define requirements and integrate systems. Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability of applications. Contribute to CI/CD processes and support production systems. Write clear documentation and share knowledge within the team. ✅ Requirements: 5+ years of experience as a Backend Engineer, with strong Java skills (Golang/Python is a plus). Solid understanding of databases and SQL. Experience with RESTful API design, microservices, and high-load systems. Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud environments (AWS/GCP). Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and Agile practices. Strong problem-solving and communication skills. 🎁 We offer: Stable employment in a fast-growing company. Flexible and remote-friendly working model. Health and wellbeing benefits. Learning and development opportunities. Modern equipment and comfortable work environment.

🏢 Summary: Oferta dotyczy roli Senior Backend Engineer odpowiedzialnej za rozwój wysokowydajnej platformy inwestycyjnej i tradingowej obsługującej miliony użytkowników. Stanowisko obejmuje projektowanie architektury mikroserwisowej, rozwój backendu w Java i Go oraz optymalizację systemów działających pod dużym obciążeniem. Kandydat będzie współpracować z zespołami Product, DevOps i Engineering oraz uczestniczyć w decyzjach architektonicznych i mentoringu. 🗂️ Requirements: 8-12 lat doświadczenia w programowaniu backendowym, Bardzo dobra znajomość Java, Bardzo dobra znajomość Golang, Doświadczenie z JVM, Doświadczenie w projektowaniu systemów high scale i high throughput, Bardzo dobra znajomość architektury mikroserwisowej, Doświadczenie z REST API, Doświadczenie z integracjami systemowymi, Znajomość MongoDB, Znajomość PostgreSQL, Znajomość MySQL, Znajomość indeksowania, cachingu i optymalizacji wydajności, Znajomość Linux, Znajomość podstaw sieci i komunikacji między komponentami, Umiejętność analizy logów i troubleshootingu, Doświadczenie w branży finansowej lub fintech, Znajomość języka angielskiego na poziomie B2 📃 Skills: Java, Golang, JVM, REST, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Linux, Microservices, API, Caching, Networking, AWS, GCP, Azure, Oracle, CI/CD, DevOps 🏢 Description: Dołącz do jednej z najszybciej rozwijających się firm technologicznych z sektora finansowego, która tworzy nowoczesną platformę inwestycyjną i tradingową wykorzystywaną przez użytkowników na całym świecie. To organizacja stawiająca na wysoką jakość inżynierii, skalowalność oraz nowoczesną architekturę. Produkty obsługują miliony użytkowników, bardzo duży ruch i wymagają rozwiązań zapewniających wysoką dostępność oraz wydajność. Twoja rola Jako Senior Backend Engineer będziesz odpowiadać za projektowanie i rozwój kluczowych komponentów platformy oraz współtworzenie architektury systemów działających pod dużym obciążeniem. Do Twoich obowiązków będzie należeć: projektowanie, rozwój i utrzymanie backendu w Java i Go, tworzenie oraz rozwój architektury mikroserwisowej, projektowanie i rozwój wydajnych API oraz integracji z systemami wewnętrznymi i zewnętrznymi, optymalizacja wydajności aplikacji oraz rozwiązywanie problemów produkcyjnych, analiza logów, diagnostyka i troubleshooting złożonych problemów, współpraca z zespołami Product, DevOps oraz Engineering przy dostarczaniu nowych funkcjonalności, udział w code review oraz dbanie o wysoką jakość kodu, mentoring mniej doświadczonych programistów, udział w podejmowaniu decyzji architektonicznych i rozwoju platformy. Szukamy osoby, która posiada 8-12 lat doświadczenia w programowaniu backendowym, bardzo dobrą znajomość Java i Golang, praktyczne doświadczenie z JVM, doświadczenie w projektowaniu i rozwijaniu systemów o wysokiej dostępności oraz dużym ruchu (high scale, high throughput), bardzo dobrą znajomość architektury mikroserwisowej, doświadczenie z REST API oraz integracjami systemowymi, praktyczną znajomość baz danych (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL), w tym indeksowania, cachingu i optymalizacji wydajności, dobrą znajomość systemu Linux oraz podstaw działania sieci i komunikacji między komponentami aplikacji, umiejętność diagnozowania problemów, analizy logów oraz proponowania usprawnień technicznych, doświadczenie w branży finansowej lub fintech, znajomość języka angielskiego na poziomie min. B2. Mile widziane doświadczenie z rozwiązaniami DevOps oraz CI/CD, znajomość chmur publicznych (AWS, GCP lub Azure), doświadczenie z Oracle Cloud, znajomość wzorców architektonicznych, doświadczenie w obszarze tradingu, giełdy, kryptowalut lub High-Frequency Trading (HFT), wykształcenie techniczne, znajomość języka arabskiego.

🏢 Summary: Senior Backend Engineer role focused on building and scaling backend systems for an AI-driven product that transforms complex government data into actionable insights. The position involves designing data ingestion, processing pipelines, and distributed infrastructure from scratch, with full ownership from architecture to production. You will work closely with a small senior team to deliver scalable, production-ready systems. 🗂️ Requirements: 6+ years of Backend Engineering experience, Experience in JVM ecosystem, Experience in product companies (B2B SaaS preferred), Experience designing and owning backend systems in production, Strong knowledge of system design and scalability, Experience building asynchronous or distributed systems, Ability to make and justify technical decisions, Fluency in English, Valid work authorization in Europe or LATAM 📃 Skills: Kotlin, Java, JVM, SQL, GCP, Messaging, Queues, DistributedSystems, SystemDesign, DataPipelines, LLMs, AI 🏢 Description: About the role We’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our early team and help build our product from zero to one. You’ll work on a product that helps companies navigate complex government data, from contracts and grants to market signals and turn it into actionable insights using AI. On the backend side, this means working on data ingestion, processing, and the infrastructure that powers search and AI-driven workflows at scale. You’ll collaborate closely with a small, senior team and have real ownership, from shaping solutions to shipping them to production and improving them over time. You might be a fit if you: Must have: 6+ years of experience as a Backend Engineer, preferably in the JVM ecosystem (we use Kotlin on the backend) Experience working in product companies (B2B SaaS preferred) with direct impact on shipped features Experience working in small companies or startups would be a strong advantage Experience designing and owning backend systems in production (from initial design to deployment and ongoing improvements) Strong understanding of system design, including scalability, failure handling, and trade-offs Experience building asynchronous or distributed systems (e.g. messaging, queues, event-driven systems) Ability to make and justify technical decisions, not just implement given solutions Fluency in written and spoken English Nice to have: Experience with large-scale data processing, scraping, or data pipelines Experience working with LLMs / AI-related systems Experience with GCP or similar cloud environments How We Work Build Bridges to Help Customers Win - We pride ourselves on being obsessively customer-centric. Shooting Star Speed - We move with extreme speed. We value momentum, decisiveness, and the ability to accelerate when it matters. Fun Is a Feature - Fun is a Feature means we intentionally design Starbridge to be an energizing place to do hard work. Joy, humor, and camaraderie make great teams faster, sharper, and more resilient. In the Arena - We believe the best ideas come from living close to the work, feeling the friction, hearing the nuance, and experiencing the details firsthand. Benefits include: Competitive salary + early-stage equity Unlimited PTO Regular off-sites (NYC + global locations) Interview Process We move fast — really fast. Getting back to someone today beats tomorrow, and our interview process reflects that mindset. Please keep us posted on your timeline so we can move quickly and speed things up where needed. After submitting your application, the team reviews your CV and statement of exceptional work. If your application passes this stage, you will be invited to a 30-minute interview during which a member of our team will make sure you're a good fit for the role. You will have the opportunity ask questions and learn more about the role as well. We'll then send you a programming challenge that consists of two parts: LeetCode and SQL. Beyond that step, you will enter the main process, which consists of three interviews: System design exercise hands-on. Live coding in Java/Kotlin. Product thinking and past work. All interviews will be conducted via Google Meet. Eligibility to Work in Europe or LATAM: Candidates must hold valid authorization to work in the country where they will be based. At this time, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship or assist with work permit applications.

🏢 Summary: Remote B2B opportunity for a Senior Backend Engineer to design and develop scalable microservices-based backend systems using Java and Spring Boot in a cloud environment. The role focuses on building REST APIs, integrating messaging systems, and ensuring high availability, security, and scalability of distributed systems. The project is expanding and requires experienced engineers to support its growing scale. 🗂️ Requirements: Minimum 5 years of experience in backend development with Java, Very good knowledge of Java 17 or newer (preferably Java 21), Practical experience with Spring Boot and Spring ecosystem (Spring Security, Spring Data, WebFlux or MVC), Experience in designing and developing distributed systems and microservices, Experience with asynchronous communication tools (Kafka or RabbitMQ), Very good knowledge of PostgreSQL and SQL, Experience in designing and integrating REST APIs, Practical knowledge of AWS or GCP cloud environments, Experience with Docker and Kubernetes, Knowledge of application security, including data encryption, token handling, and PCI-DSS basics, Communicative English level 📃 Skills: Java, Spring, SpringBoot, SpringSecurity, SpringData, WebFlux, MVC, Kafka, RabbitMQ, PostgreSQL, SQL, REST, AWS, GCP, Docker, Kubernetes, Microservices, PCI-DSS 🏢 Description: Dla naszego klienta z branży logistycznej poszukujemy dwóch doświadczonych Senior Backend Engineerów, którzy dołączą do zespołu rozwijającego nowoczesne rozwiązania backendowe w środowisku opartym o architekturę mikroserwisową oraz technologie chmurowe.Rekrutacja wynika z rozwoju projektu i potrzeby zwiększenia jego skali. Lokalizacja: praca zdalna oraz raz na kwartał spotkanie w Krakowie Forma współpracy: B2B Stawka: do 170 PLN/h Język angielski: minimum poziom komunikatywny Zakres obowiązków Projektowanie, rozwój i utrzymanie aplikacji backendowych opartych o Javę i Spring Boot Tworzenie oraz rozwijanie architektury mikroserwisowej Projektowanie i implementacja interfejsów REST API Integracja systemów z wykorzystaniem brokerów wiadomości Współpraca przy projektowaniu rozwiązań zapewniających wysoką dostępność i skalowalność systemów Udział w procesach związanych z bezpieczeństwem aplikacji oraz ochroną danych Współpraca z zespołami produktowymi, architektami oraz innymi zespołami technologicznymi Wymagania Minimum 5 lat doświadczenia zawodowego w tworzeniu aplikacji backendowych w języku Java Bardzo dobra znajomość Java 17 lub nowszej wersji (preferowana Java 21) Praktyczne doświadczenie z frameworkiem Spring Boot oraz komponentami ekosystemu Spring (Spring Security, Spring Data, WebFlux lub MVC) Doświadczenie w projektowaniu i rozwijaniu systemów rozproszonych oraz mikroserwisów Znajomość narzędzi do komunikacji asynchronicznej, takich jak Kafka lub RabbitMQ Bardzo dobra znajomość PostgreSQL oraz języka SQL Doświadczenie w projektowaniu i integracji REST API Praktyczna znajomość środowisk chmurowych AWS lub GCP Doświadczenie w pracy z Dockerem oraz Kubernetesem Znajomość zagadnień związanych z bezpieczeństwem aplikacji, w tym szyfrowaniem danych, obsługą tokenów oraz podstawowych wymagań PCI-DSS Komunikatywna znajomość języka angielskiego Mile widziane Doświadczenie zdobyte w branży fintech, płatności lub e-commerce Znajomość standardów PCI-DSS, PSD2 lub ISO 8583 Doświadczenie w pracy z rozwiązaniami opartymi o modele językowe (OpenAI, Anthropic lub podobne) Znajomość zagadnień związanych z RAG, Prompt Engineering, Tool Use lub innymi wzorcami Agentic AI Doświadczenie w integracji systemów płatniczych, widgetów lub SDK

🏢 Summary: Senior Backend Engineer role focused on designing and building scalable Java-based microservices and REST APIs for a global payments platform. The position involves modernizing legacy systems into cloud-native architectures and improving reliability and performance in a Kubernetes environment. You will work on high-scale international payment solutions within a hybrid setup in Kraków. 🗂️ Requirements: Strong experience with Java 11+, Experience building microservices, Experience developing REST APIs, Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Solid knowledge of SQL and relational databases, Experience with Git, Experience working in Unix/Linux environments, Understanding of DevOps practices 📃 Skills: Java, Spring, Kubernetes, SQL, Oracle, Git, Linux, Unix, REST, Microservices, CI/CD, React 🏢 Description: Senior Software Engineer (Backend) – Java 📍 Kraków | Hybrid (2x day per week from the office) We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer (Backend) to join a global technology team working on a large-scale payments platform that enables businesses and customers worldwide to move funds quickly and securely across markets. The platform supports international transfers, supplier payments, payroll processing, and payments to authorities across multiple channels. You will contribute to building modern, scalable systems used globally. What you will be doing • Design, develop and maintain backend services and microservices in Java • Build scalable REST APIs supporting a global payments platform • Contribute to the migration from legacy systems to a modern microservices architecture • Work with Kubernetes-based platforms and cloud-native environments • Improve system reliability, performance and Straight‑Through‑Processing (STP) capabilities • Collaborate with international engineering teams, DevOps and product stakeholders • Contribute to test automation and modern CI/CD practices What we are looking for • Strong experience with Java (11+) , ideally Java 17+ • Experience building microservices and REST APIs • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes • Solid knowledge of SQL and relational databases (Oracle is a plus) • Experience with Git and modern development workflows • Comfortable working in Unix/Linux environments • Understanding of DevOps ways of working Nice to have: • Experience with Spring / Spring Boot • Experience with React or modern frontend technologies • Familiarity with application monitoring / observability tools What we offer • Opportunity to work on a global, high-scale payments platform • Collaboration with international engineering teams • Modern technology stack and cloud-native environment • Hybrid work model in Kraków Why apply for an Antal job offer? When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process. About Antal Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services – from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research. Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams.

🏢 Summary: Senior Backend Java Developer role focused on designing and building scalable, high-performance backend systems using Java and Spring Boot in a cloud-native environment. The position involves developing enterprise-grade solutions, ensuring performance and security, and supporting containerized deployments. The role requires strong experience with modern backend technologies and infrastructure tools. 🗂️ Requirements: 8+ years of backend development experience, Strong experience with Java 17+, Strong experience with Spring and Spring Boot, Experience with Spring Security, Experience with SQL databases, Experience with Maven, Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines, Experience with testing frameworks (JUnit, AssertJ, Hamcrest), Experience with Kubernetes and Helm, Experience with Bash or Shell scripting, Experience with cloud-native applications, Experience in enterprise environments 📃 Skills: Java, Spring, SpringBoot, SpringSecurity, SQL, Maven, Git, CICD, JUnit, AssertJ, Hamcrest, Kubernetes, Helm, Bash, Shell, Docker, PostgreSQL 🏢 Description: Senior Backend Java Developer Location: Warsaw, Poland (hybrid – 2 days/week in the office) About the Role We’re looking for a Senior Backend Java Developer to design and build scalable, high-performance backend systems for international products. You’ll work in a collaborative environment, contribute to architectural decisions, and mentor other engineers. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Java 17+ and Spring Boot Ensure scalability, performance, and security of solutions Work with SQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL) Support deployments using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm Use Bash/Shell for automation and integration tasks Lead technical discussions and mentor team members Collaborate in Agile (Scrum) teams and communicate in English Requirements Strong experience with Java 17+, Spring / Spring Boot / Spring Security Experience with cloud-native applications Maven, SQL, Git (GitHub, CI/CD) Testing frameworks (JUnit, AssertJ, Hamcrest) Kubernetes, Helm Bash/Shell scripting English B2/C1 Experience in enterprise environments 8+ years of backend development experience Nice to Have PostgreSQL, Hibernate/JPA Kafka, event-driven architecture Microservices architecture Python Knowledge of C or Go CI/CD tools, JIRA Monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus, Kibana) Security best practices (OWASP) Qualifications Degree in Computer Science or related field

🏢 Summary: Senior Backend Engineer role focused on designing and scaling a high-throughput, event-driven platform. The position centers on building and optimizing large-scale event processing services and APIs in distributed systems. It involves solving complex scalability and reliability challenges in a massive-scale environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Senior-level experience in backend development, Strong Python expertise, Experience scaling message queue systems, Experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture, Proven track record building high-throughput backend services, Experience designing scalable and fault-tolerant systems, Ability to implement and optimize APIs 📃 Skills: Python, Azure, ServiceBus, StorageQueues, EventHubs, Microservices, DistributedSystems, APIs, EventDriven, EventSourcing, Streaming, Observability, Monitoring 🏢 Description: Location: Remote Type: Full-time Level: Senior Duration: 4 months Start: ASAP We are looking for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join a team responsible for building and scaling a high-throughput, event-driven platform operating at massive scale. Your primary focus will be the event processing backbone — designing, developing, and optimizing services that handle large volumes of messages reliably and efficiently. You will work closely with architects and other senior engineers to implement APIs that expose data and support advanced triage and processing workflows. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving hard scalability problems , working with distributed systems, and building resilient backend services that operate under real-world load. Responsibilities Design and build backend services responsible for large-scale event processing Optimize and scale message-based systems to handle high throughput and reliability requirements Implement APIs defined by system architects to expose data and collect processing results Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve platform performance and resilience Contribute to architectural decisions around scalability, fault tolerance, and observability Core Skills Strong experience with Python as a primary backend language Deep expertise in scaling message queue systems (e.g. Azure Service Bus, Storage Queues, Event Hubs or similar) Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems Proven experience building high-throughput, resilient backend services Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with complex systems Highly Desirable Experience with event-driven or event sourcing architectures Background in data processing frameworks or streaming systems Experience building platforms related to observability, monitoring, or large-scale event management Familiarity with designing systems for fault tolerance and graceful degradation What we offer Work on technically challenging systems operating at very large scale High level of autonomy and real influence on system architecture Collaboration with experienced engineers in a mature engineering environment Competitive compensation and flexible working model Project with strong technical ownership

🏢 Summary: Senior Backend Developer role focused on building and scaling an enterprise-grade internal developer platform for a global financial institution. The position involves designing backend services, contributing to platform architecture, and collaborating with distributed teams in a hybrid Kraków-based environment. Candidates will work with modern platform technologies and DevOps practices to improve developer experience at scale. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years of backend development experience, Proficiency in Java, Kotlin, or Node.js, Experience in enterprise or platform environments, Strong communication skills, Ability to work independently in a hybrid setup, Fluent English, Legal right to work in the European Union 📃 Skills: Java, Kotlin, Node.js, DevOps, IaaS, Vercel, Heroku, Coolify 🏢 Description: Ignite the Future of Developer Platforms — Shape Scalable, Enterprise-Grade Solutions! Kraków-based opportunity with hybrid work model (up to 3 days remote/week) As a Senior Backend Developer , you will be working for our client, a leading financial institution, pioneering the development of a cutting-edge internal developer platform. This long-term, multi-year project aims to revolutionize how teams deliver and host their projects at enterprise scale, employing innovative technology akin to Vercel, Heroku, and Coolify. Your expertise will directly impact the creation of a world-class developer experience, fostering agility and efficiency across global teams. Your main responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain backend services and platform components to ensure robustness and scalability Collaborate with senior management and large developer teams to define platform strategy and drive delivery Contribute to architectural decisions and establish platform standards to support enterprise needs Engage with stakeholders at all levels to gather requirements and communicate technical progress effectively Work across multiple languages and technical domains, applying best practices in development and DevOps Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to uphold high-quality standards Maintain a strong focus on security, performance, and maintainability of platform components You're ideal for this role if you have: At least 5 years of professional experience in backend development within enterprise or platform environments Strong proficiency in Java, Kotlin, or Node.js (at least one is a must) Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging both senior management and large developer communities Self-driven attitude with the ability to work independently in a hybrid setting Familiarity with building or working on developer platforms or internal tooling is an advantage Experience working in internationally distributed teams It is a strong plus if you have: Hands-on experience with platforms such as Vercel, Heroku, or Coolify Background in DevOps or infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) solutions Language required for the role: Fluent English Eligibility to work in Europe: Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role #MAKEYourCareerBETTER Interested? Apply now and include your CV (preferably in English) along with a statement confirming your consent to the processing and storage of your personal data.

🏢 Summary: Backend Engineer role focused on building and modernising a global payments platform using Java and microservices architecture. The position involves developing reliable backend services and creating robust test automation frameworks to ensure high-quality, scalable payment processing. The role supports migration from legacy systems to API-driven, microservices-based solutions in an Agile/DevOps environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Strong experience with Java 11+, Hands-on experience in software testing and automation frameworks, Understanding of REST APIs, Knowledge of microservices architecture, Experience with Git, Experience with Unix/Linux environments, Experience with SQL databases, Experience with Spring and Spring Boot 📃 Skills: Java, Spring, SpringBoot, SQL, Oracle, Git, Unix, Linux, REST, Microservices, Automation, Testing 🏢 Description: Build the platform that moves money around the world We’re looking for a Backend Engineer with strong Java and test automation experience to join the team behind a global payments platform that enables businesses and customers to move money quickly, securely, and globally . The platform powers international payments that help organisations pay suppliers, process salaries, transfer funds, and pay taxes directly to authorities through multiple channels. You’ll play a key role in modernising payment systems , building high-quality microservices , and developing automation frameworks that ensure reliability at scale . As part of the engineering team, you’ll help design and build reliable payment services used globally. You will: Develop and maintain backend services and microservices in Java (11/17/21) Design and implement robust test automation frameworks to ensure high-quality software delivery Support the modernisation of legacy systems , migrating towards API and microservices-based architecture Improve system efficiency by increasing Straight-Through Processing (STP) capabilities Collaborate closely with engineers, testers, and stakeholders in an Agile/DevOps environment Contribute to scalable, resilient solutions powering global payment flows Must-have experience Strong development experience with Java 11+ (Java 17+ preferred) Hands-on experience in software testing and building automation frameworks Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture Experience working with Git for version control Comfortable working in Unix/Linux environments and command-line tools Experience with databases and SQL (Oracle preferred) Experience with Spring / Spring Boot Nice to have Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or Bash Experience working within a QA or testing-focused team Understanding of application monitoring and observability tools The role has a Hybrid model : candidates form Cracow 6x per month, outside of Cracow 3 - 5 x per month, from Warsaw 6x per month

🏢 Summary: Opportunity for a Senior Java Backend Developer to build and maintain a secure, large-scale public platform based on microservices within the financial services sector. The role focuses on developing business-critical backend services, contributing to architectural decisions, and improving deployment and engineering practices. Ideal for experienced engineers who combine strong Java expertise with architectural thinking and a proactive approach to system optimization. 🗂️ Requirements: 6–10 years of professional software development experience, Strong expertise in Java backend development, Experience with microservices architecture, Understanding of distributed systems, Experience in system design and software architecture, Ability to work with secure, large-scale systems, Experience improving deployment processes and system reliability 📃 Skills: Java, Microservices, DistributedSystems, SystemDesign, SoftwareArchitecture, REST, Git, Maven, Gradle, Python, Cloud, DevOps 🏢 Description: Senior Java Backend Developer 📍 Location: Wrocław, Poland (Hybrid – 3 days onsite) 📈 Experience: 6–10 years We are currently looking for an experienced Java Backend Developer for our client operating in the financial services sector . The successful candidate will join a team responsible for developing and maintaining a secure, large-scale public platform built on a microservices architecture. This role offers the opportunity to work on business-critical systems where reliability, scalability, and security are key priorities. Beyond feature development, the team is focused on addressing challenges related to architecture, deployment practices, and engineering processes. Therefore, we are looking for someone who combines strong hands-on development skills with architectural thinking and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Key Responsibilities Design and develop new backend features and services using Java Maintain and enhance a secure, customer-facing platform Work within a modern microservices ecosystem Contribute to architectural improvements and technical decision-making Help optimize deployment processes, system reliability, and development workflows Identify technical challenges and propose scalable, long-term solutions What We're Looking For 6–10 years of professional software development experience Strong expertise in Java backend development Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems Experience with system design and software architecture Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills Ability to understand technical concepts deeply and make informed engineering decisions A proactive mindset and willingness to improve existing systems, processes, and practices Nice to Have Experience with Python Exposure to cloud environments and modern DevOps practices This opportunity is particularly suited to engineers who enjoy working on complex backend systems, influencing architectural decisions, and helping teams improve the way software is designed, built, and deployed.