Java Developer - GraphDB & Semantic Web | European Institutions

Edda International; Roma; Ibrido; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A European tech solutions company is seeking two motivated Java Developers for projects at a prestigious EU institution. The positions offer both onsite and remote options, focusing on semantic web and data visualization technologies. Candidates should have strong Java skills, experience with SPARQL and graph databases, and the ability to work independently.

Competenze

• Strong experience in Java development.
• Hands-on experience with SPARQL, RDF, and GraphDB technologies.
• Understanding of front-end/backend data flow.

Mansioni

• Design and develop scalable Java applications with GraphDB technologies.
• Write and optimize SPARQL queries.
• Develop and maintain ETL processes.

Conoscenze

Java development

SPARQL

RDF

GraphDB technologies

Elastic Search

CI/CD

Git

Descrizione del lavoro

WHO WE ARE

Edda International, a dynamic and rapidly growing European group of companies with an estimated 2024 turnover of 20+ MEUR, 220+ employees, and 15+ years of experience. Operating out of Luxembourg and Brussels, Edda International manages large International Institutions Framework Contracts delivering Information Technology services throughout Europe.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are currently seeking two highly motivated Java Developers to support our client’s projects at a prestigious European Institution in Luxembourg (Kirchberg). The role involves working with graph databases and semantic web technologies, driving innovation in data representation, retrieval, and UI integration.

We are hiring for:

• 1 Junior Developer (1–4 years of experience) – full-time onsite
• 1 Senior Developer – flexible model: onsite, near-site (within 2h travel) or remote (minimum 20% onsite)

In these roles, you will contribute to software development activities in the domain of semantic web, data visualization, and search technologies used by one of the most influential institutions in Europe.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable Java applications integrated with GraphDB technologies
• Write and optimize SPARQL queries
• Develop and maintain ETL processes for existing and new tools
• Implement new features and extend internal applications built with Java and graph databases
• Create and integrate UI filters, data presentation layers, and backend services
• Manage different development environments and CI/CD pipelines
• Contribute to architectural decisions and evaluate technology options
• Optionally, support front-end styling and interaction
• Collaborate with institutional stakeholders on product improvements
• Support Proof-of-Concept (PoC) creation and adaptive development

Skills and Experience

• Strong experience in Java development
• Hands-on experience with SPARQL, RDF, and GraphDB technologies (e.g., Ontotext, Blazegraph, etc.)
• Familiarity with semantic web concepts such as OWL and SHACL is a strong asset
• Proficiency with Elastic Search is a plus
• Capable of working independently and proactively
• Understanding of front-end/backend data flow
• CI/CD and versioning experience (e.g., Git, Jenkins)
• Previous experience in EU institutions is a plus
• Bonus: project management experience or familiarity with institutional workflows

Additional Information

• Contract type: Permanent employment or freelance
• Junior: On-site, 5 days/week
• Senior: On-site or near-site (within 2 hours from Kirchberg) or remote with minimum 20% onsite
• Relocation required if beyond 2h travel from Kirchberg for full on-site positions

At Edda International, we are committed to supporting a Diverse and Inclusive Community. This position is open to EU citizens or non-EU citizens already residing in the EU with a valid work permit, due to the sensitive nature of institutional data.