Senior Software Engineer (Java)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Java): Designing and developing scalable Java applications using Spring/Quarkus frameworks with an accent on distributed messaging systems (Kafka) and persistence technologies. Focus on integrating event-driven architectures, optimizing data access layers, and leveraging GenAI tools for productivity and quality.

Location: Hybrid (Lisbon)

Company

hirify.global is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.

What you will do

• Design, develop and maintain scalable Java applications using Spring and/or Quarkus.
• Integrate distributed messaging systems, primarily Apache Kafka, to support event-driven architectures.
• Build and optimize data access layers across various persistence technologies including NoSQL databases.
• Contribute actively to Agile ceremonies.
• Use and promote GenAI-powered development tools to enhance code quality and productivity.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams such as Product, DevOps and QA to deliver solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and support knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Requirements

• Senior-level experience in Java with strong expertise in Spring and/or Quarkus.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka and event-driven architecture.
• Solid understanding of persistence technologies such as Cassandra, MongoDB, Redis, DynamoDB, Keyspaces and ElastiCache.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Familiarity with cloud-managed database services and scalable data solutions.
• Practical experience working in Agile environments.
• Experience with or strong interest in GenAI-based development tools.

Nice to have

• Experience mentoring or guiding development teams.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of security best practices for distributed systems.

Culture & Benefits

• High caliber team who appreciate and support one another.
• Energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace.
• Global community with more than 300,000 associates.
• Innovative environment to build a career path.
• Consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Hiring process

• Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference.
• Candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.