Software Engineer (Full Stack)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Java Full Stack Developer to join our development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable web applications using Java-based backend technologies and modern frontend frameworks. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet business requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade web applications.
• Build robust backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
• Develop responsive and user-friendly front-end applications using Angular, React, or similar frameworks.
• Deploy solutions on the cloud with CI/CD integration. 
• Create and consume RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services.
• Collaborate with business analysts, architects, QA teams, and stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.
• Work on technical pilots and feasibility studies of new opportunities to create value and transitioning successful pilots to scalable production implementations. 
• Perform code reviews and mentor junior developers when required.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives.
• Application release and second level support.
• Ensure application security, scalability, and reliability.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in software engineering technologies. 

Requirements:

 

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in Java Full Stack Development.
• Experience with SQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL), Database design and query optimization
• Experience building and consuming web-based APIs. 
• Experience with CI/CD environments and test-driven development leveraging a Version Control system. 
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills for working with cross-functional teams. 
• Strong understanding of software design patterns and object-oriented programming principles.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working with AWS Cloud 
• Experience working in an Agile Methodology 
• Familiar in fields related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science. 
• Knowledge of Generative AI solutions and applications 
• Experience with building, deploying, and managing docker images. 

Education: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

What we offer

• Exciting work in a great team, global projects, international environment
• Opportunity to learn and grow professionally within the company globally
• Hybrid working model, flexible role pattern
• Competitive salary & incentive pay
• Pension and health insurance contributions
• Internal reward system and referral scheme
• 5  weeks annual leave, 5 sick days, 15 days of certified sick leave paid above statutory requirements annually, 40  paid hours annually for volunteering activities, 12 weeks of parental contribution
• Cafeteria for tax free benefits according to your choice (meal vouchers, sport, culture, health, travel, etc.), Multisport Card
• Vodafone, Raiffeisen Bank, Foodora, and discount programmes
• Up-to-date laptop and iPhone
• Parking in the garage, showers, refreshments, massage chairs, library, music corner 

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Required Skills:

Agile Application Development, Agile Methodology, Database Design, Data Engineering, Data Visualization, Design Applications, Enterprise Web Applications, Generative AI, Machine Learning (ML), Oracle Database, Performance Optimizations, PostgreSQL, Scrum Ceremonies, Software Configurations, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Solution Architecture, Spring Boot, Sprint Planning, System Designs, System Integration, Testing

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Regular

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Job Posting End Date:

07/18/2026

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