We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our banking technology team. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and secure applications that support critical banking functions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Java-based backend development combined with modern frontend frameworks, cloud-native architecture, and experience in large-scale, mission-critical environments.
Your future duties and responsibilities:Software Design & Development:
Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JDBC, and PostgreSQL.
Build and enhance responsive web applications with Angular and TypeScript.
Apply a Domain-Driven Design (DDD) approach to ensure solutions are well-structured, maintainable, and aligned with business needs.
Cloud-Native & Containerized Solutions:
Develop, deploy, and manage applications in containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes.
Work with cloud platforms to optimize application scalability, performance, and availability.
Integration & Data Management:
Design and implement API integrations and data persistence solutions.
Ensure efficient and secure database interactions with PostgreSQL.
Collaboration & CI/CD:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Business Analysts, and QA Engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.
Use Git and CI/CD platforms to manage code, automate builds, and streamline deployments.
Quality & Best Practices:
Apply clean code principles, code reviews, and automated testing to ensure high code quality.
Maintain strong security and compliance standards in line with banking regulations.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of professional experience in software development, with strong expertise in:
Backend: Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JDBC, PostgreSQL.
Frontend: Angular, TypeScript.
DevOps & Cloud: Git, CI/CD platforms, Docker, Kubernetes.
Architecture: Domain-Driven Design (DDD).
Proven track record of delivering enterprise-grade applications, preferably in banking or financial services.
Strong understanding of microservices architecture, REST APIs, and event-driven systems.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Preferred Skills
Experience in regulated industries such as banking or insurance.
Familiarity with messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ) and caching solutions (Redis).
Knowledge of performance tuning and security hardening for banking applications.
Must be physically in Portugal, and a work at the office 3/5 days a week from Lisbon or Porto Office.
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