Java Software Engineer

Java Developer (Mid-Level) – Dublin (Hybrid)

If you're a Java Developer (Mid-Level) who enjoys working on real production systems — understanding how they work, fixing issues, and improving them — this role could be a strong fit.

This role involve a significant amount of Java Support work, so if you are seeking a hot tech role, this will not be the role for you. Instead, we need a steady developer who is happy to do Java Support work.

You will need 4 years Java, hands-on proper work experience as a Java Developer

(This is not a graduate role, so we will not consider any graduate applications, you need real commercial experience).

This role sits within an established software engineering environment and involves a mix of Java development and Java application support. You’ll work on existing services, investigate production issues, and contribute to improving and maintaining core Java applications.

It’s well suited to a mid-level Java developer who enjoys debugging complex systems, improving reliability, and working closely with a team supporting live applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java-based applications and services

• Investigate and troubleshoot issues within production Java systems

• Support and improve existing services and application components

• Work with the engineering team on enhancements and releases

• Participate in code reviews and follow established development practices

• Contribute to maintaining stable and reliable production systems

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years proven commercial Java development experience

• Strong experience with Java and frameworks such as Spring or Spring Boot

• Experience working with relational databases (e.g. SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle)

• Experience using Git or similar version control systems

• Strong debugging, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Comfortable working with both development and Java application support tasks

• Experience working in Agile development environments is beneficial

Location

This role is based in Dublin and operates on a hybrid working model. Candidates must currently be living in Dublin. 3 day per week in the office.

Eligibility

Candidates must have full legal permission to work in Ireland. This role is not suitable for graduates or candidates without proven commercial Java experience.

If you’re a Java developer who enjoys understanding and improving real production systems, you live in Dublin & legal to work in Ireland, please apply today.