Java Developer

Berkley Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 92,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkley Group is seeking an experienced Java Developer to support enterprise application development in a structured environment in Dublin. You will work on new development, enhancements, testing support, issue resolution and release activities.

The role requires strong Java development, solid SQL/database knowledge, and the ability to collaborate with technical and business stakeholders across agile/waterfall delivery models. You will also engage in code reviews and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Experience with Spring and/or Hibernate.
• Practical experience with containerized applications - Docker/Kubernetes.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Experience with Web Services.
• Familiarity with XML and JSON.
• Unit and integration testing experience, ideally with JUnit.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Exposure to Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models.

Responsibilities

• Developing new features and enhancements.
• Working from specifications, requirements, and user stories.
• Estimating development work and writing clean, maintainable code.
• Supporting unit and integration testing and defect resolution.
• Collaborating with testers, analysts, developers, and stakeholders.
• Supporting release activity and Jira tracking.
• Participating in code reviews and knowledge sharing.
• Mentoring junior team members as needed.

Skills

Spring

Hibernate

SQL

Web Services

XML

JSON

JUnit

Angular

Agile/Hybrid

NoSQL

Legacy Systems

Mule

ETL

WebLogic

Docker

Kubernetes

Tools

Jira

WebLogic

Job description

Initial 12 month day rate contract with long term potential

My client is seeking an experienced Java Developer to support the delivery of business-critical application development projects in a structured enterprise environment.

This role will suit someone with strong Java development experience, good database knowledge, and the ability to work across technical and business-facing teams. The successful candidate will be involved in new development, enhancements, testing support, issue resolution, and release activity.

The Role

You will be responsible for:

• Developing new application features and enhancements
• Working from technical specifications, functional requirements, and user stories
• Producing estimates for assigned development workWriting clean, maintainable code in line with agreed standards
• Supporting unit testing, integration testing, and defect resolution
• Working closely with testers, analysts, developers, and project stakeholders
• Supporting system testing and release activity
• Investigating issues and providing fixes where required
• Updating project tracking tools such as Jira
• Participating in code reviews and knowledge sharing
• Supporting junior team members where required

Key Skills Required

• Experience with Spring and/or Hibernate
• Practical experience working with containerized applications - Docker/Kubernetes
• Strong knowledge of SQL and relational databases
• Experience working with Web Services
• Familiarity with structured data formats such as XML and JSON
• Unit and integration testing experience, ideally with JUnit
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Angular or AngularJS
• Mule or other integration technologies
• ETL experience
• WebLogic or similar application servers
• Experience with NoSQL or big data frameworks
• Experience with legacy systems or mixed technology environments
• Experience working in highly regulated, structured, or public-sector environments
• Exposure to Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models