Java Software Engineer

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology centre in Central and Eastern Europe. Since its set-up in 2013, Bucharest Technology Centre (BEX) has constantly proven its capacity to deliver global technology products and services, playing a dynamic role in the Bank’s technology transformation.

We have a robust, hands-on engineering culture dedicated to continuous learning, knowledge-sharing, technical skill development and networking. We are an essential part of the Bank’s technology platform and develop applications for many important business areas.

AFC team is responsible for protecting the bank from financial and reputational losses incurred by financial crimes by assessing, controlling and mitigating risks. Risk types related to Anti-Financial Crime are consolidated in a comprehensive and effective risk management framework that covers Anti-Money-Laundering, Sanctions & Embargoes, Anti-Bribery & Corruption as well as Anti-Fraud & Investigations.

An Engineer is responsible for designing, developing and delivering significant components of engineering solutions to accomplish business goals efficiently and reliably. Key responsibilities of this role include active participation in the design of their solution components, investigating re-use, ensuring that solutions are fit for purpose, reliable, maintainable, and can be integrated successfully into the overall solution and environment with clear, robust and well tested deployments.

Engineers actively look for opportunities to improve the availability and performance of components by applying the learning from monitoring and observation, automating towards zero touch, and championing a 'DevOps' mind-set.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for design and delivery of key baseline components as well as future state components to transform AFC technology within Deutsche Bank into an industry leader
• Working closely with Product Managers and Architects to understand business requirements and solution vision to chart out a viable delivery path
• Ensuring all software development follows best practice tools and methodologies and is delivered using all relevant bank standards
• Participation in all Agile ceremonies
• Maintaining project technical infrastructure (continuous integration, automated deployment)
• Peer review, mentoring
• Bug fixing, unit testing

Skills

• At least 5 years of previous experience in Software Development
• Hands-on ownership of end-to-end delivery on GCP, from design and development to deployment and production support.
• Develop and maintain Java services (Java 8–17) using Spring 5/6, Spring Boot 2/3 (Batch, Security, Data JPA, WebFlux) and Maven.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs, applying solid SOA principles.
• Build and operate microservices, including async communication and Saga pattern.
• Work hands-on with Oracle databases, SQL, and ORM technologies (JPA, Hibernate).
• Contribute to CI/CD and build automation using UDeploy/TeamCity and Git/SVN.
• Deploy and run applications using Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift v3/v4, Helm, and Tomcat.
• Implement messaging and integration solutions (Kafka, IBM MQ/JMS) and use Bash/Python for automation.
• Manage application security basics, including keystores and SSL certificates.
• Operate with high autonomy, strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, adaptability, effective English communication, and knowledge sharing via code reviews.

Well-being & Benefits

Emotionally and mentally balanced: we support you in dealing with life crises, maintaining stability through illness, and maintaining good mental health

• Empowering managers who value your ideas and decisions. Show your positive attitude, determination, and open-mindedness.
• A professional, passionate, and fun workplace with flexible Work from Home options.
• A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.
• Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.

Physically thriving we support you managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive

• Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones.

Socially connected: we strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open new perspectives and strengthen our self-confidence and wellbeing.

• Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, employee sport clubs, workshops, and more.

Financially secure: we support you in meeting personal financial goals during your active career and for the future

• Competitive income, performance-based promotions, and a sense of purpose.
• 24 days holiday, loyalty days, up to 3 health days, bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).