Principal Java Engineer (Java/Kotlin, AWS & Frontend)

We fuse together exceptional talent who deliver outstanding software solutions. Our approach has helped us grow 60% in 2021, 94% in 2022, while in 2023 we joined forces with Insight, a Fortune 500 company and a leading solutions and systems integrator. With exciting growth plans and cutting-edge projects, there has never been a better time to join our incredible team.

We’re growing rapidly and are looking for a Principal Java Developer to embark on an international software development project. We want everyone to build a career they can be proud of and will support you in your development from day one. You’ll be happy to work in a team and lead by example, every day.

Eligibility: Only candidates currently residing in Ukraine will be considered for this position.

PRINCIPAL DEVELOPER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design and implementation of systems.
• Define technical standards, best practices, and coding guidelines for the team together with Architects.
• Collaborate with architects and business analysts to define domain boundaries and integration patterns.
• Ensure scalability, maintainability, and security in all technical solutions. Actively participate in coding for proof of concepts (PoCs) and critical components.
• Support the team in developing complex features and resolving technical challenges.
• Review and optimize existing code to improve performance and maintainability.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to developers, fostering technical growth and collaboration.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to architectural principles.
• Act as a bridge between development, architects, product, and business teams.
• Facilitate technical discussions and decision-making processes.
• Oversee the implementation of automated testing and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality software components.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and propose improvements to the architecture.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.

PRINCIPAL DEVELOPER REQUIREMENTS

Technical Skills:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Software Development.
• Strong backend development experience with: Kotlin or Java, Quarkus or Spring Boot, SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Frontend development hands-on skills with React or Angular.
• Proficiency in DDD, microservices, API design, and event-driven architecture.
• Solid experience with AWS cloud platform.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and DevOps best practices.
• Strong experience with RabbitMQ or Kafka.
• PHP experience is a plus, as it will be needed to analyze existing PHP code.
• Ability to quickly learn and adopt new technologies.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, integration patterns, and security best practices.
• Metrics oriented, knowledge of delivery metrics, implementation and usage to build high-performance teams.
• Knowledge of accelerate extreme programming and software craftsmanship principles would be a nice to have.
• Proficiency in documentation, UML, C4 modeling, AWS diagrams, data flow, threat modeling, and non-functional requirements.
• Experience using GitHub Copilot or similar AI tools for coding.
• Good English speaking, reading and writing skills, B2-C1.

Soft Skills:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to break down complex problems into manageable components.
• Communication: Clear and effective communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Strong collaborative skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Problem-Solving: Strategic thinking to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures high standards in design and implementation.
• Organization: Ability to manage priorities and structure team workflows effectively.
• Responsibility: Ownership of technical decisions and accountability for deliverables.
• Leadership: Ability to inspire and guide the team toward achieving technical goals.

Bonuses:

• Private medical insurance – Elite package after the probationary period, fully covered by the company.
• English language courses – Business English provided by Trots’ English Business School, fully covered by the company (excluding any mandatory employee tax).
• Sports & meal allowance – Monthly allowance for sports and a daily meal allowance, added to the salary and available for flexible use.
• Sick leave – 10 paid sick days per year with an official medical certificate. Additional days are provided in accordance with Ukrainian labor legislation.
• Paid leave – 24 working days, plus additional paid days based on tenure (+1 day for each full year of employment, up to 5 additional days).
• All public holidays in accordance with Ukrainian legislation.
• Employee Referral Program – A rewarding referral program with attractive bonuses for successful employee referrals.