Senior Software Engineer (Java) - Talent Pool

Mercell; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-procurement technology firm in the Netherlands is seeking a Senior Software Engineer. In this role, you will develop and maintain applications in a cloud-native environment using Java and various AWS services. The ideal candidate should have senior-level experience in software engineering, especially with Spring MVC and Springboot, and a strong background in AWS. This position offers a hybrid working model, combining work from home and on-site presence in Utrecht.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience with Java (Spring MVC and Springboot).
• Proven experience with cloud computing services, preferably AWS.
• Strong background in building web applications.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD and SDLC processes, and test automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using Java and Spring.
• Integrate and optimize services within AWS.
• Support the creation of secure, high-performance solutions.
• Collaborate with teams for architectural consistency.

Skills

Java (Spring MVC and Springboot)

AWS (Amazon Web Services)

Cloud computing services

CI/CD processes

SQL knowledge

Event-driven technologies (Apache Kafka)

Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation)

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Mercell is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in developing and optimizing applications within a cloud-native architecture. If you're passionate about building secure, scalable, and high-performance software solutions, and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment, we encourage you to apply!

About Mercell

Mercell is a tech company and the market leader in e‑procurement in Europe. We're revolutionizing how the public sector procures goods and services, helping buyers and suppliers connect in the most efficient, transparent, and easy way possible.

We are building a new SaaS platform that automates the entire tendering process, from publication to evaluation and final contract. This complex process involves a lot of API integrations, validations, and intricate steps that need to be handled seamlessly. Our core values Growth, Curiosity, Courage, and Trust guide everything we do, from our business decisions to how we collaborate and interact with our colleagues and customers. We are committed to fostering an environment where our employees can develop and thrive.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, and maintain robust high-quality applications using Java, Spring MVC and Springboot.
• Integrate and optimize services within Amazon Web Services (AWS), including SNS, S3, RDS, ECS, EKS, Lambda, etc.
• Support the creation of secure, scalable, and high-performance software solutions.
• Collaborate closely with other teams and stakeholders to ensure architectural consistency and promote best practices.
• Provide expert guidance on platform improvements and technical challenges.
• Optimize database queries and maintain stored procedures using your strong SQL knowledge.
• Contribute to our CI/CD and SDL processes, with a focus on test automation.

What you'll bring

• Senior-level experience with the Java (Spring MVC and Springboot).
• Proven experience with cloud computing services, preferably AWS.
• Strong background in building web applications.
• A solid understanding of CI/CD, SDLC processes, and test automation.
• Adherence to clean code principles.
• Familiarity with event-driven technologies, such as Apache Kafka.
• Experience of Infrastructure as Code with any of the available tool but CloudFormation is preferred.
• Strong SQL knowledge and experience with stored procedures with databases like DocumentDB, MariaDB, Postgresql.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

We also value

• A positive attitude and strong communication skills.
• A collaborative spirit; you enjoy teamwork, coaching, and helping others.
• The ability to navigate complex codebases with minimal documentation and improve them as needed.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex issues within production systems.
• A commitment to continuously communicating progress and plans to stakeholders.
• A professional, respectful, and responsible work ethic.
• A passion for continuous improvement and learning.
• Adaptability when dealing with tight deadlines and scope changes.

Locations

• Portugal, Lisbon (remote): Mercell does not currently have a legal entity in Portugal. Employment will therefore be arranged through a trusted Employer of Record (EoR) partner, in line with local regulations. Candidates should be comfortable with this arrangement.
• Netherlands, Utrecht (hybrid): Combination of work from home and on-site presence in our local office, to foster collaboration.

Mercell is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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