Senior Java Engineer

Critical Software; Coimbra; Presencial; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A technology company in Coimbra is seeking a Backend Engineer with a strong background in Java, Quarkus, and microservices architectures. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and a proven ability to work in an agile environment. This role emphasizes delivering high-quality software components and supporting product planning. Flexible working arrangements and numerous employee perks are offered.

Serviços

Private Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Home Office Support

Extra Holidays

Extra Parental Leave

Flex-time

Gradual Return to Work Support

Away From Keyboard – Sabbatical programme

Qualificações

• At least 5 years of experience using Java, Quarkus, Kafka, and PostgreSQL.
• Knowledge of microservices architectures.
• Experience with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and message streaming using Kafka.
• Experience with highly scalable and performant backend services built on Quarkus.
• Experience in working autonomously within an agile environment.
• Capacity to deliver high quality, reusable and testable software components for scalable backend services.
• Ability to support the Product Owner with architectural insights.

Conhecimentos

Java

Quarkus

Kafka

PostgreSQL

Microservices architectures

Agile methodologies

Event-driven architectures

Continuous integration

Fluency in English

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Building better and safer isn’t a slogan, but the way we show up in the world.

It’s how we make sure technology speaks not only in code, but with meaning: better technologies, better ways of working, and more inclusive communities.

We align with what matters for people and for the planet, actively nurturing it to be better and safer.

At the centre, it’s our people who power everything we do. It’s their talent, drive and different ways of thinking that keep us moving forward, pushing the limits of what’s possible.

Which brings us to you, the person with:

• At least 5 years of experience using Java, Quarkus, Kafka, and PostgreSQL
• Knowledge of microservices architectures
• Experience with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and message streaming using Kafka
• Experience with highly scalable and performant backend services built on Quarkus
• Experience in working autonomously within an agile environment with automated testing and continuous integration and delivery
• Capacity to deliver high quality, reusable and testable software components for highly scalable backend services using Java and Quarkus
• Ability to support the Product Owner with architectural insights and technical knowledge
• Expertise to be part of the team planning and improvement using agile methodologies
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken)

Critical Software provides:

• Work that fits your life, not the other way around
• Offices designed to make you feel like you belong
• A team that knows how to work hard, but also how to have fun
• Pay that makes you feel valued, plus performance‑based rewards
• Your growth is our priority: training, support, and opportunities!

Plus, Perks with Purpose:

• Private Health Insurance
  Because your health and peace of mind matters.
• Employee Assistance Programme
  Confidential support for you and your household from mental health to legal or financial advice, we’re here for whatever life throws your way.
• Home Office Support
  Get what you need to work comfortably from home, without turning your living room into an ergonomic nightmare.
• Extra Holidays
  The longer you’re with us, the more you get. Two extra days after your first year, and more as time goes on.
• Extra Parental Leave
  Two additional months of fully paid leave for both parents — whether you’re welcoming a child by birth or adoption.
• Flex‑time
  We don’t clock‑watch. Work when it makes sense for you, as long as it works for your team and goals.
• Gradual Return to Work Support
  Returning after a long break? We’ll help you ease back in with a plan that fits your pace and needs.
• Away From Keyboard – Sabbatical programme
  Long‑term employees can take time off to explore new ideas, projects or experiences and come back with fresh eyes and stories to tell.

Every day we embrace new missions across industries as diverse as aerospace, space, defence, transport, telecoms, government, energy, finance and healthcare.

Now, the real question is: are you ready to join us and help make the world a better and safer place?

Critical Software is proud to be a Benefit Corporation. A Benefit Corporation differs from a standard corporation (C‑Corporation): It is a for‑profit business entity, legally defined in the US and other jurisdictions, whose legally defined goals include the positive impact on society, workers, the community and the environment, in addition to profit.

We are an equal opportunity workplace and committed to allow candidates with disabilities or neurodevelopmental conditions to prove their competencies to their full potential. We are willing to move the barriers that may prevent you from demonstrating that you are the right candidate for this role, so please let us know if you need some adjustment in your recruitment process.

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