Java Software Engineer

Senior Java Engineer

About the Company

• Our client is a leading European technology consultancy delivering end-to-end digital solutions for enterprise and public sector organisations.

• With a strong international presence and thousands of employees across multiple countries, the organisation is a major provider of digital transformation services.

• The company is known for its focus on innovation, collaboration, and delivering measurable business impact through technology.

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Java Engineer to join high-performing engineering teams delivering complex, scalable software solutions.

In this role, you will take ownership of architectural decisions, contribute to technical innovation, and mentor junior engineers. You will work in a consulting environment, collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions across industries.

Typical Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, high-quality software solutions using Java

• Make and guide architectural decisions for complex systems

• Develop and maintain APIs, integrations, and microservices

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum environments

• Mentor and coach less experienced developers

• Contribute to technical innovation and continuous improvement

• Work with cloud-based and on-premise solutions

• Ensure best practices in software development, testing, and deployment

Tech Stack

Core

• Java

• Spring Boot

• Hibernate / JPA

• Maven / Git

Architecture & Integration

• REST APIs

• Microservices

• System integrations

Cloud & DevOps

• Azure / AWS / GCP

• CI/CD pipelines

• Containerisation (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker)

Practices

• Agile / Scrum

• DevOps culture

• Clean code & best practices

Must Have

• 5+ years of experience in Java development

• Strong experience with Spring Boot and related frameworks

• Experience with APIs, integrations, and microservices

• Experience with at least one cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP)

• Ability to mentor and guide engineering teams

• Strong communication skills and stakeholder interaction

Nice to Have

• Experience in a consulting or multi-client environment

• Exposure to event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka)

• Experience with Kubernetes and container-based deployments

• Interest in technical leadership or architecture roles

Candidate Profile

• Background in software engineering or backend development

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Comfortable working across multiple projects and teams

• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous learning

• Strong collaboration and communication abilities

Location & Requirements

• Based in the Netherlands (hybrid working)

• Minimum B2 level Dutch and strong English skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

• Eligible to work in the Netherlands

What You Can Expect

• Permanent contract with a competitive salary

• Mobility budget or lease car

• Laptop, phone, and home office budget

• 27 vacation days (with flexibility up to 40 days)

• Pension plan and collective health insurance

• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities

• Participation in meetups, knowledge sessions, and industry events

• Team activities and social events

Team & Culture

You will join a collaborative engineering community focused on building modern cloud and on-premise solutions using technologies such as Spring Boot, Kafka, and Kubernetes. The team values knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement.