Staff Java Backend Developer

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: Not specified
• Job Title: Staff Java Backend Developer
• Description: Mindera is seeking an experienced Staff Java Backend Developer passionate about solving complex problems. You will work in an Agile and collaborative environment, taking ownership of technical development and building high-quality software systems. Your expertise in Java will be used to design and implement robust, scalable backend solutions, contributing to the entire software development lifecycle from requirements to deployment. At Mindera, we value collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning. You'll work with talented individuals, mentor junior developers, and contribute to team growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment and enjoy cutting-edge technologies, Mindera is the place for you.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in software development, with a strong focus on Java backend development.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Proven experience leading complex initiatives and collaborating with other teams on technical designs.
• Mentorship: Experience coaching and mentoring junior engineers, influencing and improving team engineering practices.
• Technical Skills:
  • Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
  • Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and test-driven development (TDD, Shift-Left).
  • Proficiency in Git and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
  • Experience with Spring Boot and other relevant backend frameworks.
  • Experience working in an Agile development environment.
  • Knowledge of Terraform.
  • Experience with Kafka.
  • Experience with Kubernetes.
  • Experience with GraphQL Federation.
  • Knowledge in Azure Cloud.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust and scalable backend solutions using Java.
• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle.
• Work within an Agile and collaborative team environment.
• Take ownership of the technical aspects of development.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to team growth and success.
• Participate in requirements gathering and design discussions.
• Write and maintain comprehensive unit and integration tests.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines.

Application Instructions

• Not specified.

Company Information

• Company: Mindera
• Benefits:
  • Health Insurance
  • Flexible working hours
  • Open holidays
  • Profit distribution for all employees
  • Annual company trip, sports activities, and sharing groups
  • Opportunities for training and conferences
  • Child Care vouchers
  • Choice of laptop and peripherals
  • Hotspot with unlimited usage (Portugal)
  • Partnerships with local businesses
• Office Locations: Porto, Aveiro, Coimbra (with options for physical connection)
• Remote Options: Available for remote work from Portugal and other countries (subject to location and project requirements).
• Culture: Characterized by a politics-free environment, team ownership, and strong collaboration.