Staff Java Backend Developer

Location: Porto, Portugal

Company

hirify.global provides software development consulting services for a retail project.

What you will do

• Own the technical aspects of backend development and build robust, scalable Java software systems.
• Contribute across the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and technical design through coding, testing, and deployment.
• Lead complex initiatives and collaborate with other teams to align on technical designs.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers while improving engineering practices within the team.
• Work in an Agile, collaborative environment with a focus on knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of software development experience, with a strong focus on Java backend development.
• Solid knowledge of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
• Experience with unit testing, integration testing, test-driven development (TDD), and Shift-Left practices.
• Proficiency in Git and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
• Experience with Spring Boot and other relevant backend frameworks.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Experience with Terraform and Kubernetes; knowledge of Kafka.
• Experience with GraphQL Federation and knowledge of Azure Cloud.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Agile and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and mentoring.
• Work on a retail project with a focus on high-quality software systems and modern technologies.