Expert/Lead Java Engineer for a bank project

Full Stack Web.

Expert

Upper-Intermediate English

Required Skills

Java

AWS

Nice to Have

JavaScript

Web Services

RESTful API

SOAP

XML

JSON

Swagger

AWS API Gateway

Spring Boot

SDLC

Agile

DevOps

Summary

- Start: ASAP
- Duration: 12+ months (Long-term), full-time
- Experience as a Team leader
- Locations: Poland, Krakow, or near. There is a need to be 2 days per week in Krakow's office.
- A minimum of 10 years of IT experience, with a strong foundation in Java and proficiency in Cloud technologies like AWS

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Project Description

About the role

Join a leading global technology center, dedicated to providing specialized services and driving innovation in the banking industry.

You will play a critical role in defining and executing our technology strategy, driving innovation, and overseeing the development and delivery of cutting-edge solutions.

You will lead a diverse team of technologists and engineers, foster a culture of excellence, and ensure the successful implementation of projects across the organization.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate on shaping the Engineering Strategy for our department, focusing on areas like Cloud, API, SRE, and Digital Platform.
Uphold high standards of code quality and data integrity, encourage best practices, and support continuous improvement efforts.
Offer specialized technical expertise, advocating for DevOps and Agile methodologies.
Drive initiatives to enhance the productivity of our engineering team.
Assist in identifying and resolving incidents related to our IT services.
Ensure the reliability and sustainability of our services, meeting recovery time objectives for all software solutions.
Make recommendations about tools, technologies, and relevant areas such as cybersecurity and regulatory requirements.
Provide training and development opportunities as needed for team members.

Qualifications

A minimum of 10 years of IT experience, with a strong foundation in Java and proficiency in Cloud technologies like AWS.
Proficiency in Java and web-based technologies such as JavaScript frameworks, HTML5, and CSS.
Experience working with Web Services, including REST and SOAP, along with knowledge of XML, JSON, and Swagger.
Skills and expertise in API Architecture and Engineering, with a deep understanding of technologies like REST, API Gateways, and Management Platforms within a Cloud-native environment.
Expertise in using Spring Boot for designing and building APIs.
Ability to make informed technical decisions and stay updated on advancements in relevant technologies.
Strong understanding of SDLC, with the ability to champion Agile and DevOps practices to advance organizational maturity.

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