Senior Backend Developer (Java)

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field - Over 8 years of professional experience in Java development, especially in complex projects with multiple teams - More than 5 years of expertise with Spring Boot and various Spring frameworks - At least 5 years of experience with SQL, Hibernate, and PostgreSQL (or a similar database management system) - Over 4 years of development experience in an Agile environment - More than 3 years of exposure to NoSQL and Messaging technologies (like Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.) - Demonstrated experience in performance optimization and scalability challenges - Background in mentoring and nurturing junior developers Technical Skills: - Strong command of Java 8 and above with comprehensive knowledge of contemporary Java features - Advanced understanding of architecture, principles of object-oriented programming, and design patterns - Ability to grasp complex business logic and certain mathematical concepts - Proficient in Spring Boot and the broader Spring ecosystem (Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security) - Advanced skills in SQL, JPA, and Hibernate, including in performance tuning - Proficient in NoSQL database design (MongoDB) - Familiarity with the design and implementation of secure, high-performance REST and GraphQL APIs - In-depth insights into event-driven architectures and Messaging technologies (RabbitMQ, Kafka) - Knowledge of Java EE technologies (EJB, WildFly) for maintenance duties - Proficiency with IDEs, debugging tools, profiling, and Git - Strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices - Solid background with build tools (Maven, Gradle), CI/CD tools (preferably Jenkins), and containerization (Docker) - Proficient in leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity in design, development, and documentation - Capability to communicate fluently in both French and English - Asset: Expertise in security protocols (OAuth2, JWT, OIDC, KeyCloak, Spring Security) - Asset: Experience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana) - Asset: Background in a technical lead or team lead role Other Skills: - Natural curiosity and a desire to learn new concepts and technologies - Ability to comprehend business domains and end-user requirements - Attention to detail with a focus on client satisfaction - Strong communication and listening skills to foster teamwork and continuous improvement - Capacity to work diligently, lead by example, and adjust swiftly - Initiative and proactivity to prevent obstacles, seek assistance, and propose solutions - Analytical and debugging abilities to assist in problem identification and resolution - Ability to mentor less experienced developers