Java Software Engineer

B2B contract (freelance)

Role Overview

As part of this role, you will collaborate with key stakeholders and apply your technical expertise across various stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including:

• Requirements gathering and analysis
• Application architecture definition and design
• High-level and detailed design documentation
• Development and module-level ownership

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality code, leading validation across different testing phases, and supporting implementation, transition, and warranty activities. You will work in a collaborative learning culture that values teamwork, rewards excellence, and embraces diversity.

Key Responsibilities

• Hands-on development, configuration, testing, and deployment of end-to-end solutions using Java and related technologies.
• Lead requirements elicitation, recommend architecture solutions, and prepare detailed designs.
• Enhance and customize existing applications while ensuring DevOps and automation best practices are implemented.
• Guide distributed Agile teams on processes and deliverables.
• Contribute to proposal development, client training, internal capability building, and project scoping.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Ensure application performance, security, and scalability.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience in Java development (preferably 5+ years).
• Proven ability to design and architect end-to-end Java-based solutions.
• Strong experience developing REST APIs.
• Experience with IBM WebSphere.
• Good knowledge of Oracle and NoSQL databases.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure or GCP.
• Familiarity with:
• DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines in cloud environments
• Configuration management and automation tools
• Build and release tools such as Git, Jenkins, and TeamCity
• Logging and monitoring tools to maintain SLA compliance
• Good understanding of Scrum methodology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Norwegian and English.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Java development.
• Experience working in DevOps and Scrum environments.
• Self-motivated with strong analytical and communication skills.
• AZ-900 or OCJP certification is an advantage.
• Experience in the Telecom domain is preferred.