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Software Engineer Java

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Who We Are Building the AI-first frontier enterprise.

We are a global technology consultancy with a trademarked, AI-first approach**—Gen-e2™.** It redefines how enterprises build digital products and transform their organizations with AI. We do the right thing, and we do it right. We're proud to be a World Economic Forum New Champion, and a B Corp-certified company.

  • We are small enough to care locally, big enough to deliver globally (10 countries, 450+ experts from 50+ nationalities)

  • We are becoming an agentic organization, adopting the AI-native operating model we bring to our clients.

  • We are robust and resilient (100% independent, 0 debt, founded 2009)

  • We are AI-native professionals who invest in what we believe and work as a collective intelligence

  • We are positive, courageous and deliver at the leading edge.

Your Role

As a Software Engineer with a background in core Java, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing robust, scalable, and secure backend solutions within modern microservices-based architectures.

  • Designing, developing, and maintaining backend applications in Java (Java 8+), ensuring high availability and performance.
  • Designing and implementing robust RESTful APIs, including versioning, authentication, and documentation using Swagger/OpenAPI.
  • Building microservices and endpoints using frameworks such as Spring Boot and/or Jakarta EE.
  • Managing and integrating relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL technologies (MongoDB, Redis) efficiently.
  • Implementing and optimizing data access using ORMs such as Hibernate or JPA.
  • Developing unit tests and automated API tests using tools such as JUnit, Mockito, Testcontainers, and Postman/Newman.
  • Applying SOLID principles, design patterns, and secure development best practices (e.g., OWASP, data validation, error handling).
  • Contributing to the implementation and continuous improvement of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or others).
  • Collaborating in agile teams (Scrum), actively participating in code reviews and pull request management.
  • Identifying bottlenecks, performing profiling, and optimizing performance in production environments.
  • Providing support in troubleshooting issues and bugs in backend systems, effectively communicating technical solutions and documenting APIs.

Who You Are

  • 5+ years of experience developing backend applications in Java.
  • Strong experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
  • Strong command of frameworks such as Spring Boot and/or Jakarta EE.
  • Advanced experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
  • Deep knowledge of ORMs such as Hibernate or JPA.
  • Experience with automated testing (unit and API testing).
  • Strong understanding of SOLID principles, design patterns, and application security practices.
  • Experience working with CI/CD pipelines.
  • Advanced Git skills and experience working with Agile methodologies (Scrum).
  • Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization skills.
  • Advanced English (spoken and written) to collaborate with global teams.

More About PALO IT Our clients include some of the world’s most successful companies. We collaborate with leading enterprises, next-generation businesses and frontier partners, shaping what comes next, helping them scale AI and solve complex business and technology challenges.

What We Offer

  • Stimulating working environments

  • Unique career path

  • International mobility

  • Internal R&D projects (including Gen-e2™)

  • Knowledge sharing

  • Personalized training via PALO IT Academy

  • Entrepreneurship & intrapreneurship

For more on our team culture and benefits, check out our careers page.

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