May 7, 2026

Mid-Level/Senior Kotlin (Java) Developer – Microservices & API Focus

Mid • Hybrid

18,900 - 25,200 PLN

Krakow, Poland

Unleash innovation — design cutting-edge microservices and APIs that drive digital transformation!

Kraków-based opportunity with hybrid work model (up to 3 days remote per week).

As a Mid-Level/Senior Kotlin (Java) Developer, you will be working for our client, a forward-thinking organization building a platform for control owners and development teams to manage and monitor software development compliance. You will contribute to Kotlin and Java-based web applications and APIs within a microservice architecture, supporting innovative solutions across multiple applications and PoCs. This role offers a unique chance to shape the future of development standards while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.

Your main responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and operate products that meet strategic goals.
  • Design, develop, and implement both front-end and back-end features that support flexible UI frameworks.
  • Build efficient APIs and microservices to address impactful business needs.
  • Work within an agile CI/CD environment to deliver continuous improvements at high velocity.
  • Engage in peer reviews, testing, and automated test scripting to ensure high-quality code.
  • Proactively troubleshoot issues and respond to customer feature requests with innovative solutions.

You're ideal for this role if you have:

  • 4+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on backend and API development.
  • Solid expertise in Kotlin or Java (with a willingness to learn Kotlin).
  • Hands-on experience with API development, SQL/databases, and HTML/JavaScript.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience working in Agile environments with tools like Jira and Confluence.
  • Good understanding of microservice architecture.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English (B2+ level).

It is a strong plus if you have:

  • Good working knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Experience building CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins.
  • Background in Systems Administration across Linux, AIX, or WebSphere platforms.

Language Required for the role:

  • Fluent English (B2+ level).

Eligibility to work in Europe:

  • Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role.

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