The external service provider will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality web applications and backend systems. The role involves both front-end and back-end development, as well as collaboration with internal teams to ensure the delivery of robust, scalable, and secure software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Development of front-end website architecture and design of user interactions on web pages
• Development of back-end applications and implementation of core business logic
• Creation and management of servers, databases, and application components
• Data analysis, modelling, and implementation of data processing pipelines
• Understanding and implementation of security and data protection measures
• Design of responsive and adaptive web applications
• Design and development of APIs and integration components
• Participation in software architecture and the creation of scalable applications
• Taking technical lead on projects as required
• Maintenance of code quality, integrity, and organization
• Writing clean, functional code across the full stack
• Compilation and analysis of data, processes, and code to troubleshoot and improve systems
• Testing and resolving issues, with emphasis on automation and continuous improvement
• Meeting both technical requirements and customer needs
• Writing and maintaining technical documentation
• Integration of available services and components into policy-supporting systems
• Collaboration with business analysts, customers, users, project leaders, and developers
• Liaison with other technical teams including hosting and dependent system operators

Education

In accordance with Article 2.6.3.1 of DIGIT-TM II Service Requirements, candidates must have education corresponding to Level 6 of the European Qualification Framework, typically equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree (3 years).

Knowledge and Skills

Required competencies for successful performance include:

• Strong knowledge of front-end languages (JavaScript, HTML, CSS)
• Very good knowledge of JS frameworks and libraries (AngularJS or similar)
• Excellent proficiency in back-end technologies (Java, EJB/Spring, JPA/Hibernate)
• Strong understanding of database technologies (Oracle or MySQL)
• Excellent grasp of enterprise design patterns and application architecture
• In-depth knowledge of API design and development
• Proven experience with application security principles
• Strong competence with cloud platforms and deployment processes
• Practical knowledge of CI/CD tools and pipelines
• Experience in data processing and performance optimization
• Knowledge of version control tools (Git, SVN)
• Ability to deliver technical and business presentations
• Commitment to high-quality coding standards
• Adaptability to evolving enterprise technologies
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Capacity to write structured and detailed technical documentation
• Active participation in technical meetings and design discussions

Non-Technical Requirements

• Proven ability to work in an international and multicultural environment
• Rapid self-starting capability and strong teamwork attitude
• Ability to participate in multilingual meetings
• Strong collaboration on large, multi-stakeholder projects
• Excellent team player with interpersonal competence
• Fluency in English (C2 level) for written and verbal communication
• High integrity and discretion in handling confidential and personal data

Specific Expertise (Mandatory)

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Java (competence level 5)
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in JPA (competence level 5)
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in SQL (competence level 5)