Java Technical Lead

At NFQ, we focus on developing cutting-edge apps, CRMs, ERPs, and other cross-platform products. We develop these solutions not only for ourselves but also for our clients, which include a range of prominent companies such as HomeToGo, Kayak, Alaiko, and Home24. We specialize in e-commerce, mobility, and transport & logistics, and we're always eager to tackle new challenges. Whatever the area – from Mobile to UX  – we've got a team that knows it inside out.

Join our team of 800+ professionals across Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, and Egypt. Make your own way with us!

In this role, you will lead the development of scalable, high-performance microservices utilizing Java, Spring Boot, and Kubernetes. In this role, you will have a significant impact on our business by designing and implementing cloud-native applications, particularly on Azure cloud services:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance and scalable microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and Kubernetes.
• Utilize deep understanding of cloud-native applications to optimize our usage of Azure cloud services.
• Leverage knowledge of event-driven systems, potentially using ActiveMQ and Azure Servicebus.
• Work with Azure Functions and Azure Service Bus to build robust and scalable services.
• Apply your strong knowledge of modern Java (11+) and Sprint Boot (2.7x+) along with your experience in object-oriented programming.
• Implement containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs, ensuring their stability, reliability, and performance.
• Apply software development best practices such as SOLID Principles, Clean code, Design Patterns, etc.
• Deliver high-quality code backed by appropriate unit tests or even TDD, along with experience in CI/CD.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Work on bug fixing and improving application performance.
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.

• Proven experience as a Java Engineer, with a focus on building high-performance and scalable microservices.
• Strong experience with Java (11+), Spring Boot (2.7x+), and Kubernetes.
• Good knowledge of Azure cloud services, Azure Functions, and Azure Service Bus.
• Familiarity with event-driven systems and technologies such as ActiveMQ and Azure Servicebus.
• Proficient in containerization technologies like Docker and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Strong experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
• Excellent understanding of software development best practices (SOLID Principles, Clean code, Design Patterns etc).
• Proficient in CI/CD
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills. Proficiency in English, both written and spoken. German is a big plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of event-driven systems with ActiveMQ and/ Azure Servicebus is a plus.
• Experience with Azure Functions, Azure Service Bus is a plus.
• Knowledge in modernizing legacy Java systems to newer framework versions.