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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Java Engineer to join our growing team on behalf of one of our leading clients in the Insurance sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Software Engineer who is passionate about building robust, scalable, and modern applications using frameworks like Quarkus and OpenLiberty for building cloud-native applications.

The ideal candidate will be involved in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of complex Java-based applications. This role offers a hybrid working model and a dynamic environment where you’ll contribute to efficient, scalable, and reliable solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams on API and service implementations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise Java applications ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.

• Build cloud-native applications with Quarkus and OpenLiberty frameworks.

• Create and maintain RESTful and SOAP APIs, ensuring seamless system communication.

• Integrate with third-party systems and support middleware development for efficient data exchange.

• Apply test-driven development (TDD) using tools such as Groovy Spock and JUnit5.

• Participate in code reviews, follow best software engineering practices, and ensure code quality.

• Use Docker, Kubernetes, and Jenkins to manage CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes.

• Monitor application performance and resolve issues related to latency, availability, and scalability.

• Guide and mentor junior engineers, contributing to a knowledge-sharing and collaborative environment.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of professional experience in Java development.

• Proficiency in Java Jakarta Edition, up to version 21.

• Solid experience with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Hibernate, and J2EE architecture.

• Expertise in building applications using Gradle.

• Experience with Quarkus and OpenLiberty frameworks.

• Familiarity with Java Message Service (JMS) for messaging solutions.

• Strong understanding of reactive programming principles and patterns.

• Hands-on experience in automation testing with Groovy Spock, JUnit5, and TDD practices.

• Experience with IBM API Connect for effective API definition and exposure.

• Proficiency in SQL for database management and operations.

• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools, including Docker and Kubernetes.

• Familiarity with source control systems (GIT, SVN) and build tools (Maven, Gradle).

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Completed military obligations (for male candidates in Greece).

Benefits:

• Hybrid working model. (50-50)

• Private health insurance.

• Unlimited free access to wellness & mental health support platform.

• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.

• Opportunities for continuous learning and upskilling.

• Access to innovative and modern technology stack.

• Friendly and inclusive team culture.

UpcoMinds is a dynamic IT company with 25 years of experience that provides end-to-end web and mobile solutions helping businesses to reinvent themselves in the digital world. Our team’s skills and expertise will ensure the holistic digital transformation of any organization, which will considerably improve both business operations and customer’s experience.

Our goal is to always have our end products and services reflect our deep engineering skills and elegant progressive design aesthetic. We fundamentally believe deeply in developing long term strategic partnerships with our clients by exceeding expectations and maintaining a high level of transparency.

Find out more about us at www.upcominds.com

We commit to promote Inclusion & Diversity by creating a working environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect and where individual differences are valued. We offer equal opportunity in all aspects of employment.

Our recruitment consultants will go through your Curriculum Vitae as soon as possible and get back to you to discuss the opportunity for which you apply. If you don’t hear from us in the coming ten (10) working days, you may consider that you have not been selected for the particular job.