Senior Java Developer

# Senior Java DeveloperRemote, EU ContractAre you a Senior Java Developer with 6+ years of experience in Java and Spring frameworks? Apply now for a remote long-term contract opportunity with a leading public sector client.## Requirements
* 6+ years of professional experience with object-oriented programming paradigms and SOLID principles using Java 21 (or higher) and common Java frameworks (Spring, Spring Boot)
* 1+ years of professional experience in biometric and identity management solutions, including fingerprint handling (tenprint and latent print), face identification, and face matching
* Proficiency in designing and developing REST APIs, integrations, and microservices using Spring MVC and related tools (e.g. Postman)
* Strong knowledge of functional and reactive programming approaches
* Experience with relational databases (Microsoft SQL Server) using Spring Data and Hibernate
* Solid understanding of Agile software development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
* Hands-on experience with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
* Proficiency with messaging systems (ActiveMQ, Kafka)
* Experience with CI/CD systems (TFS/Azure DevOps) including pipeline setup and configuration
* Front-end web application development skills (Javascript, jQuery, JSP)
* Knowledge of JavaScript front-end frameworks (Vue.js, React, or Angular 2)
* Experience with Java Enterprise Integration Pattern (EIP) frameworks (Apache Camel or Spring Integration)
* Proficiency in Enterprise Integration methodologies and patterns, including modelling EIP systems using classical patterns and diagrams
* Knowledge of NoSQL databases, graph databases, and ElasticSearch
* Experience with biometric data manipulation, procedures, and standards (NIST file handling and generation, fingerprint identification, face recognition)
* Familiarity with development environments (Eclipse or IntelliJ), Maven, and Git with pull request workflows
* Strong teamwork and communication skills within Agile/Scrum teams
* (Desirable) Capability of integration in an international/multi-cultural environment
* (Desirable) Ability to cope with fast-changing technologies used in application development
* Language(s): English (professional)##

Job Description
* Design and develop production-grade, enterprise-level systems utilising messaging and microservices architectures
* Implement Java applications and microservices involving integration with search engines, writing backend code in a reliable, fast, scalable, and secure manner
* Develop OAuth authentication mechanisms and implement validation mechanisms through unit and integration tests
* Assist with system deployment and configuration, including setting up CI/CD pipelines
* Follow Scrum procedures and disciplines, and provide work estimates upon request
* Write technical documentation incorporating secure coding practices, logging, and auditing features
* Collaborate using Git following pull request procedures
* Ensure adherence to service level agreements and deliver code that meets functional requirements
* Write clean, secure, and high-quality code throughout all development activities