Senior Java Developer

Empa-T; Portugal; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Empa-T is seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer to join an international Insurance project. You will contribute to a risk exchange platform, translating business needs into robust technical solutions and driving evolution within a cross-functional team.

You will work closely with Product Owners and stakeholders in an Agile environment, delivering scalable Java-based solutions and leveraging Azure DevOps for CI/CD and collaboration. Remote work within Portugal is available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Solid experience with Agile methodologies, Scrum.
• Experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD and team collaboration.
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases.
• Experience with MongoDB.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance insurance-focused products within a risk exchange platform.
• Build scalable, high-performance Java-based solutions.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical specs.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development processes and ensure high-quality software deliveries.
• Use Azure DevOps to support CI/CD, deployment, and collaboration.
• Implement and optimize SQL and MongoDB databases for insurance data.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the development team.
• Keep up to date with software engineering best practices and emerging technologies.

Skills

Java development

Agile methodologies

Azure DevOps

SQL databases

MongoDB

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

MongoDB

SQL

Job description

At Empa‑T, we believe technology plays a key role in transforming the Insurance and Financial Services sectors.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Java Developer to join an international project within the Insurance ecosystem, contributing to the development and evolution of an innovative risk exchange platform.

The platform supports the development and management of insurance products, helping respond to evolving business and client needs through scalable and reliable technology solutions.

About the Project

You will join an international initiative within the Insurance sector, working on a risk exchange platform focused on developing and managing insurance products.

As a Senior Java Developer, you will work closely with Product Owners, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions and contribute to the continuous evolution of the platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance insurance products within a risk exchange platform.
• Build scalable, high-performance, and maintainable solutions using Java.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical specifications.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development processes and contribute to the delivery of high-quality software.
• Use Azure DevOps to support CI/CD, deployment, and collaboration throughout the development lifecycle.
• Implement and optimize SQL and MongoDB databases to support insurance-related data.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive technical feedback.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the development team.
• Keep up to date with software engineering best practices and emerging technologies.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of professional experience in Java Development.
• Solid experience working with Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum.
• Experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD and team collaboration.
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases.
• Experience working with MongoDB.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience within the Insurance / Financial Services sector is a plus.

Portugal | remote work

Why Empa‑T?

At Empa‑T, we value empathy, integrity, and collaboration.

We work on impactful projects within international environments where innovation, technology, and people go hand in hand. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to the evolution of a business-critical platform within the insurance sector while working in an Agile environment alongside experienced technical and business teams.

Join us and help build scalable technology solutions that are shaping the future of insurance and risk management.