Lead Java Developer

SITA - Société Internationale de Télécommunications; Comunidad Valenciana; Híbrido; EUR 45.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a forward-thinking company as a Java Tech Lead, where you'll spearhead the transition of core products to a microservices architecture. This role involves leading a talented team, collaborating with cross-functional experts, and building high-performance applications that optimize operational efficiency for airlines. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, you'll play a crucial role in revolutionizing the aviation industry's digital operations. Enjoy a flexible work environment, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about technology and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Servicios

Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week

Flex Day: Customize your workday

Flex-Location: Work from any location for 30 days/year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development platforms

Competitive Benefits

Formación

• 8+ years in software engineering with a focus on Java and microservices.
• Proficiency in Spring Boot and RESTful APIs is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Lead migration of legacy Java applications to modern microservices architecture.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate predictive models and enhance decision-making.

Conocimientos

Java 8+

Spring Framework

Microservices Architecture

RESTful APIs

Problem-Solving

Agile Methodologies

DevOps Best Practices

Communication Skills

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Herramientas

Hibernate

Elastic Search

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD Pipelines

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Flyway

Liquibase

Descripción del empleo

Overview

WELCOME TO SITA
We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world's air travel industry. You'll find us at 95% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big? Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.

THE MISSION

We are looking for a Java Tech Lead, or Senior Java Developer wishing to step up as a Java Tech Lead, to spearhead the transition of our core product from a monolithic architecture to a microservices-based, event-driven solution. If you are passionate about building scalable, high-performance systems, this is the role for you!

THE PRODUCT

With OptiFlight, we aim to revolutionize the digital day of operations for aircraft! OptiFlight is a cutting-edge solution that helps commercial airlines optimize fuel efficiency: powered by machine learning models, our technology enables airlines to reduce fuel consumption, lower CO₂ emissions, and improve operational efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead the migration of our legacy Java application to Spring Boot, modernizing its architecture for improved scalability, maintainability, and performance.
2. Collaborate with the Machine Learning team to seamlessly integrate predictive models into our system, ensuring they function efficiently and enhance decision-making processes.
3. Architect, design, and develop high-performance, scalable applications using Java and Spring Boot while ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.
4. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, architects, and data scientists, to implement technical solutions that align with business goals.
5. Lead, mentor, and coach a group of development professionals ensuring they have the requisite skills and knowledge to perform their work, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
6. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring high availability, reliability, and security of the system.
7. Stay updated on emerging technologies and contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and best practices.
8. Participate in requirement analysis, system design, and effort estimation to ensure the successful delivery of projects.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE
8+ years’ experience in a software engineering environment designing and developing software application features.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field. Proficiency in Java 8+, Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC), Hibernate, Elastic Search, Junit, Gradle / Maven. Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful APIs. Strong understanding of design patterns, SOLID principles, and clean coding practices. Experience with Elasticsearch, including indexing, querying, and optimizing search performance. Familiarity with relational databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB is a plus. Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and CI / CD pipelines. Experience with message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ). Experience with Flyway (or Liquibase) is a plus. Prior experience migrating legacy applications and working on large-scale, distributed systems.

SOFT SKILLS
Strong proactivity, problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to architect solutions and make critical technical decisions. Experience in leading teams, mentoring junior developers, and conducting code reviews. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps best practices. English C1 level is a must.

WHAT WE OFFER
We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.
• Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs)
• Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans.
• Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
• Employee Wellbeing: We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.
• Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!
• Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.