Senior Software Engineer (Java) | Contract (Lithuania-based)

The role focuses on leading complex projects, driving strategic improvements, and mentoring development teams.

Key responsibilities

• Advanced Software Development: Lead the design and implementation of complex software applications, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.
• Technical Leadership: Produce in-depth technical documentation and provide guidance to junior developers.
• Strategic Bug Resolution: Lead efforts to identify and resolve complex bugs, improving software integrity.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments to ensure software solutions meet business needs.
• Mentorship and Process Optimisation: Mentor junior team members and drive initiatives to refine development processes.

The consultant will

• Develop and improve cloud-native systems which are at the heart of a major Nordic financial institution.
• Leverage technical freedom, make and own decisions to improve our systems.
• Work with Java, Kafka, Elasticsearch, MS SQL, gRPC, REST, Kubernetes, and other cloud-native products.
• Continuously develop his/her own and his/her team’s capabilities and ways of working.
• Closely collaborate with the team, business users, and other teams inside the bank.

Requirements

• High proficiency in Java and tools supporting Java development.
• Experience in development and continuous improvement of cloud-native systems.
• Ability to take ownership and responsibility to carry out deliveries in a structured manner.
• Experience with messaging systems such as Kafka, MQ.
• Positive, proactive attitude, DevOps mindset, ability and motivation to learn.
• Good communication skills and fluency in English.