Java Specialist

As a pioneer for digital transformation GFT develops sustainable solutions across new technologies. GFT clients gain easy and safe access to scalable IT-applications and innovative business models.

At GFT we have an open position for someone willing to work as a Java Specialist. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic person interested in working in a new project with an international bank establishing a new Hub in Barcelona. Are you a pioneer?

We are searching for someone who has a broad experience working with Java (Spring and Spring Boot) on microservices architecture. 
  
Your main responsibilities will be: 
 

• Participates on the different backend development cycle stages, including UAT and Go Live, at the corresponding level, starting the project from scratch. 
• Provides support to more junior colleagues as a first reference point when they need help or guidance in a specific area.
• Performs project related “on-call” support activities if needed.
• Designs activities of software development as assigned by the line manager.
• Develops unitary testing scenarios and assumes accountability of unitary testing of their own code
• Ensures a thorough understanding of applicable tools and templates for testing and bug tracking used within the project.
• Identifies and communicates improvement opportunities.
• Builds awareness in all applicable organizational methodologies, tools, templates and policies.
• Understanding of the "rules of development" (Code management, code repository, continuous Integration – CI and code review).

Skills will help you to succeed: 
 

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineer or related field.
• Expert knowledge in Java (Spring and Spring Boot), J2EE and related technologies
• Broad experience working on microservices architecture 
• Experience working with OpenShift
• Good understanding of the banking industry
• Knowledge in Kafka, Maven or Gradle, Oracle
• Agile methodologies
• At least B2 level of English, written and spoken 

 Tech skills: 

• Proficiency in Java and J2EE technologies such as  REST, JSP, Servlets, JDBC, and EJB.
• Experience with Spring, Springboot, Hibernate, Struts.
• Experience in developing RESTful web services.
• Familiarity with various web servers and application servers
• Experience with database management systems such as MySQL, Oracle, and SQL Server.
• Experience in debugging and troubleshooting issues in production environments
• Good understanding on junit, serenity, cucumber, Mockito or other java based automatic testing framework 
• Experience on Postman
• Good understanding of the CI/CD processes
• Deployment technologies such versioning tools (Git, GitHub,Bitbucket), 
• Continuous integration (Jenkins, Teamcity, docker)
• Project tracking and documentation (Altassian Jira/Confluence)
• Good knowledge of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Soft skills: 

• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC)
• Understanding of link between technical specialities and customer requirements.
• Understanding of industry best practices and standards.
• Fluent communication skills.
• Team player: ability to work with teams distributed geographically in different locations.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills/investigating skills on technical matters.
• Well organised.
• Good time management and prioritization of tasks
• Ability to identify problems and suggest mitigating and contingency actions.
• Proactive, motivated and willing to learn and develop oneself. 

Our offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Restaurant tickets and life insurance for every employee.
• The possibility of Working from Home in a hybrid model.
• Flexible compensation plan, according to your needs.
• Customized plan for professional development and training program.
• Technical certifications.
• Subsidized English / German / Spanish courses.     
• Flexible working hours and short Fridays.
• Program to improve and promote a healthy lifestyle at work: a sports program and fresh fruit in the offices.
• International work culture.
• Discount with Gympass

At GFT we consider diversity as one of our main pillars and we foster an inclusive work environment based on cooperation and mutual respect.  We offer equal opportunities for everyone regardless of race, cultural background, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or religious beliefs.

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