Senior Java Engineer

Your Purpose 

At Bitso, the Senior Java Software Engineer takes ownership of critical technical decisions, collaborating with the team to implement enhancements and ensure the highest quality in our systems. You will play a pivotal role in defining and delivering cutting-edge technical solutions, guiding and mentoring other engineers, and setting the technical direction and architecture of our applications. Your ongoing responsibilities include maintaining and continuously improving these solutions, ensuring they meet the demands of our growing user base.

Reports To

This Role will be reporting to the an Engineering Manager. 

Who You Are 

• You are a professional with excellent verbal and written language communication skills (English language proficiency required)
• You are experienced in Java development, with a proven track record of designing, developing, and maintaining robust Java applications.
• You have deep technical expertise in core Java concepts, including multithreading, concurrency and optimization of the runtime.
• You excel in designing scalable and high-performance architectures, with a focus on microservices, RESTful APIs, and cloud-native solutions.
• You are a collaborative leader, with experience leading engineering teams, mentoring junior engineers, and driving best practices in software development.
• You are committed to continuous improvement, staying updated with the latest trends and advancements in Java and related technologies.
• You are expected to work independently with a proactive, "get it done" attitude.

We expected solid knowledge of:

• Object-Oriented and Functional Programming: Strong design skills in Java and Spring, with a focus on API design, implementation, and testing.
• Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment: Experience with tools like Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, and Spinnaker, ensuring seamless build and deployment pipelines.
• Software Architecture and System Design: Ability to architect scalable and efficient systems, with a deep understanding of software design principles.
• Databases: Strong expertise in database management, including PostgreSQL, with hands-on experience in database migrations and schema evolution.
• Cloud Architectures, Microservices, and Distributed Systems: Comprehensive understanding of modern cloud environments and the design of microservices and distributed systems.
• Containerization: Proficiency with Kubernetes and Docker, enabling smooth deployment and orchestration of applications.
• Domain Understanding: Quick to grasp and adapt to new domains, translating complex requirements into effective technical solutions.
• Familiarity with Additional Technologies: Knowledge of PHP and Shell Scripting is a plus, enhancing versatility across different tech stacks.

What You Will Do 

• Architect Scalable Solutions: Design and implement scalable, high-impact improvements to our product that support rapid growth and high visibility.
• Deliver High-Performance Code: Produce efficient, high-performance code that scales to meet the demands of hundreds of thousands of daily users.
• Stay Hands-On: Maintain active involvement in coding, participating fully in the development process from start to finish.
• Design and Implement Tests: Create comprehensive software tests to ensure robust and reliable systems.
• Conduct Quality Code Reviews: Perform thorough and respectful code reviews, maintaining the highest quality standards across the team.
• Resolve Issues Efficiently: Act quickly to debug and resolve issues, minimizing disruption and maintaining system integrity.
• Champion Engineering Excellence: Advocate for best practices in engineering, promoting efficiency, continuous improvement, and innovation.
• Foster Knowledge Sharing: Engage with the Bitso engineering community, contributing to knowledge sharing, innovation, and effective problem-solving.

Research in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion suggests that individuals may hesitate to apply for jobs if they do not meet all the listed criteria. At Bitso, we value diversity and your unique strengths could be just what we're looking for. If this role excites you but you don't match every point in the description, we still want to hear from you.