Senior Developer (Java)

TL;DR

Senior Developer (Java): Designing and optimizing high-load backend services using Java and microservices architecture with an accent on cloud-native patterns, database performance, and event-driven systems. Focus on building and operating containerized applications, evolving system architecture, and mentoring team members.

Location: Onsite in Lisbon or Porto, Portugal

Company

hirify.global develops solutions and experiences for digital clients by combining business knowledge, technological edge, and design expertise across various sectors like Blockchain, AI, Data Science, Security, and IoT.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and resilient Java solutions following microservices architecture.
• Actively contribute to the architecture evolution, ensuring alignment with business goals and best practices.
• Build and operate containerized applications, promoting modern deployment and operational standards.
• Build conceptual, logical, and physical data models leveraging relational database technologies.
• Implement and continuously improve monitoring, logging, and alerting using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK stack.
• Apply CI/CD methodologies, including pipeline creation, automated testing, and deployment orchestration.

Requirements

• Proven ability to design, implement, and optimize microservices using Spring Boot, aligned with cloud-native and distributed-system patterns.
• Solid hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerized environments.
• Proficiency in database design, SQL optimization, and schema evolution across relational database technologies.
• Strong experience with event-driven architecture and messaging platforms such as Kafka.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks for frontend development (React, Angular, Vue).
• Understanding of CI/CD infrastructure and tooling.
• Experience with API Gateways and Identity and Access Management (Keycloak).
• Background in performance tuning and optimization.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a dynamic and agile environment with opportunities for continuous process improvement.
• Committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and an equal-opportunity employer.
• Support for continuous learning and professional development, including mentoring opportunities.
• Motivation for international projects and travel opportunities.