Senior Java Engineer

The Recruitment Company Australia; Galway; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client in Galway is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to join the Asset Management Technology team. You will design and maintain scalable backend systems using Java, Spring Boot, and Kafka, while contributing to front-end work with React, Typescript, or Angular.

Work within Agile teams with CI/CD through Jenkins, and mentor peers in code/design reviews. The role emphasizes performance, scalability, and modern development practices in a hybrid Galway office environment.

Qualifications

• Strong object-oriented programming skills with Java backend development expertise.
• Experience with messaging frameworks such as Kafka and web frameworks like Spring Boot.
• Hands-on experience with modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Typescript) and state management.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and continuous integration/delivery pipelines using tools like Jenkins.
• Ability to design systems for scalability and performance.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and delivering high-quality software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable AWS-hosted backend systems leveraging Java, Spring Boot, and Kafka.
• Implement front-end components using React, Typescript, or Angular with state management tools like NGRX.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features.
• Lead code and design reviews, providing mentorship and technical guidance to peers.
• Ensure solutions meet performance, scalability, and reliability standards.
• Adopt test-driven and acceptance test-driven development approaches to maintain high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues and identify practical solutions.

Skills

Java backend

Spring Boot

Kafka

React

Typescript

Angular

Jenkins

CI/CD

AWS

OOP

Tools

Kafka

Spring Boot

React

Typescript

Angular

Jenkins

AWS

Job description

Our client, a leading player in the financial services sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Java Engineer to join their Asset Management Technology group based in Galway. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the development and maintenance of high-performing software systems in the High Income Alternatives area.

Role Overview: As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in writing clear, testable, and maintainable code. You will design robust back-end systems using Java, Spring Boot, and Kafka, while also contributing to front-end development with React, Typescript, or Angular. Operating within Agile teams, you will leverage CI/CD tools such as Jenkins to ensure seamless delivery and deployment. Your responsibilities include transforming user stories into practical software features aligned with business goals and collaborating closely with engineers and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain scalable AWS-hosted backend systems leveraging Java, Spring Boot, and Kafka.
• Implement front-end components using React, Typescript, or Angular with state management tools like NGRX.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features.
• Lead code and design reviews, providing mentorship and technical guidance to peers.
• Ensure solutions meet performance, scalability, and reliability standards.
• Adopt test-driven and acceptance test-driven development approaches to maintain high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues and identify practical solutions.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Strong object-oriented programming skills with Java backend development expertise.
• Experience with messaging frameworks such as Kafka and web frameworks like Spring Boot.
• Hands‑on experience with modern front‑end frameworks (React, Angular, or Typescript) and state management.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and continuous integration/delivery pipelines using tools like Jenkins.
• Ability to design systems for scalability and performance.
• Proactive approach to problem‑solving and delivering high-quality software.

Why Join This Team?

The team is passionate about technology and collaboration, emphasizing high coding standards and continuous learning. Dedicated learning days every fortnight encourage skill development, while a strong culture of mentoring and career mobility supports your professional growth. The client fosters a diverse and inclusive workforce with substantial investment in personal and career development.

Work Environment:

The client operates a hybrid work model with flexibility for remote working currently, transitioning toward a fuller office presence to enhance culture and collaboration. The office is located at the Queen Maeve Building Parkmore East Business Park, Ballybrit, Galway. This is a prime opportunity for senior software engineers eager to contribute to challenging projects within a supportive and innovative environment.