Senior Java Engineer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Java Engineer (Fintech): Developing core services and solutions for large-scale online banking platforms with an accent on system integration and high-quality backend architecture. Focus on building clean, maintainable microservices, optimizing database performance, and ensuring reliable delivery in complex environments.

Location: Must be based in Ukraine (Fully Remote)

Company

hirify.global is a global IT services provider offering comprehensive business and technical solutions including software development, product engineering, and digital transformation.

What you will do

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code for banking systems.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure performance, security, and adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with product teams to research and define alternative technical solutions.
• Establish development guidelines and best practices to drive team efficiency.
• Manage technical documentation and take end-to-end ownership of project delivery.
• Participate in technical interviews and code challenge reviews for new hires.

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional experience in Java backend development.
• Strong proficiency in Spring Boot, Kafka, Hibernate, and MySQL 8.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, GitLab, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Deep understanding of microservice architecture and scalable system design.
• English proficiency at an Upper-Intermediate (B2) level or higher.
• Must be based in Ukraine.

Nice to have

• Experience with AWS services (S3, RDS, Lambda, Airflow).
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like Grafana and DataDog.
• Prior experience in the financial technology (FinTech) sector.

Culture & Benefits

• Professional growth via structured mentorship programs and regular technical assessments.
• Extended training, certification opportunities, and access to industry events.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage and fitness compensation programs.
• Family support policies including maternity aid and financial support for life events.
• Supportive, inclusive environment focused on equality and togetherness.

Hiring process

• Initial screening by the Talent Acquisition team.
• Technical interview focused on expertise, problem-solving, and architecture.
• Potential interview with the client to align on expectations.