Forte Group is looking for a Senior Java Engineer to join our team.
As a Senior Java Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining functionality of one of our flagship products. You will work closely with other engineers across the company, adhering to industry best practices. Your expertise in building cloud-ready products will be instrumental in driving successful outcomes.
The team is integrated and allocated in Poland, Ukraine, United Kingdom and India. Team members use GitHub Issues to work with backlog and prioritize items. Communication mainly consists of daily meetings and interpersonal communication via Slack and Microsoft Teams. We’re following the Scrum process and practicing the Agile Way of Working in close, day-to-day collaboration with each other.
Responsibility: * Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and applications using Java (Java Servlets, JAX-RS) * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver high-quality software solutions. * Implement and optimize Postgres database queries, schemas, and performance tuning. * Develop and maintain frontend components using JavaScript, TypeScript, jQuery, and HTML/CSS. * Build and deploy applications on AWS using best practices for cloud-native solutions. * Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions. * Containerize and orchestrate applications using Docker. * Manage project build and dependency processes with Maven. * Define and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform. * Write and execute automated tests, including end-to-end testing with Playwright. * Ensure application security, performance, and reliability across the stack. * Help team members to meet professional challenges, advise on best approaches, do 1 on 1s (recommended once per 3 weeks) and facilitate knowledge sharing * Interview candidates, provide recommendations to invite the right people into the team from both hard and soft skills perspective * Be proactive and propose reasonable decisions * Be flexible and able to align with priorities coming from the business
Qualifications and Skills: * 7+ years of professional experience in Java development * Proficiency in writing high-quality, readable, and maintainable code using Java * Strong knowledge of Spring framework and its ecosystem * Experience working with PostgreSQL * Proficiency in writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code using JUnit * Strong understanding of build tools like Maven for managing dependencies and building projects * Strong expertise in Java Servlets and JAX-RS for building web applications and RESTful services. * Hands-on experience working with resources in AWS * Knowledge of containerization tools like Docker * Proven experience of testing principles and practices; applying this knowledge to drive innovation within our Engineering team. * Proven experience working in agile teams with short development cycles (Scrum, Kanban) * Proven experience in mentoring and supporting team members through regular 1:1s, coaching, and knowledge-sharing practices. * Strong experience in interviewing and evaluating candidates, with the ability to assess both technical proficiency and cultural fit. * Demonstrated ability to keep teams aligned with objectives, fostering adaptability and focus in dynamic environments. * Solid problem-solving skills with a critical and analytical mindset * Good communication and interpersonal skills * Upper-Intermediate English level or higher (both verbal and written)
We offer: * Work your way — anywhere, anytime. Our remote-first approach lets you choose where and how you work best! * Experience working with diverse teams and gaining international expertise * A friendly, supportive team and an enjoyable work environment where your ideas matter * A chance to work on exciting, challenging projects using cutting-edge technologies that make a real impact * Comprehensive health insurance, corporate psychologist access, and partial sports activity coverage * Free training programs, reimbursement for certifications, and access to online learning platforms to fuel your growth * Free group English classes and discounted individual lessons * Paid vacation, public holidays, and sick leave are fully covered by Forte Group * Referral bonuses, regular performance reviews, and full support for business trips * Corporate events and holiday presents
Join a team that invests in your well-being, growth, and success!
