
Expert Java Developer (with German language)
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About the Position
We are seeking an Expert Java Developer with German language skills to modernize a smart meter data platform for a German transmission system operator. On the Transition Smart Energy Platform (SXP) project, you will take over an existing solution and modernize it step by step through 2027, ensuring large volumes of energy data are processed reliably every day.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain high-performance Java services that receive and process large volumes of smart meter data
- Modernize the inherited platform step by step, improving performance, maintainability, and resilience
- Collaborate closely with DevOps engineers, architects, and client stakeholders to plan changes and release them safely
- Analyze and resolve third-level incidents and fix bugs to keep production services dependable
- Build event-driven data flows with Kafka and Kafka Streams
- Operate and troubleshoot services on Kubernetes, and monitor them with Grafana and Splunk
- Maintain Azure DevOps pipelines for continuous integration and delivery
- Contribute to Angular frontend work when the project requires it
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in Java development and related technologies
- 8+ years of experience with Spring Boot or similar frameworks (Quarkus, Jakarta EE)
- 6+ years of experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Practical experience with Kafka and/or Kafka Streams
- Recent hands-on project experience (within the last 3 years) in the technologies above
- Analytical approach to incident analysis and problem-solving in production environments
- Clear, proactive communication within a distributed team
- Expert knowledge of Java and related technologies
- Software design patterns, continuous integration, and security practices
- Experience building solutions for large data volumes with relational and non-relational databases
- Experience with OpenShift and/or Azure
- Knowledge of power grids and energy markets
- Fluent German and English (C1) to work with the client, run technical discussions, and write documentation in both languages
We Offer
Flexible Work Model
Work from home, from the office, or in a hybrid format that supports focus and collaboration.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive, market-based pay, benchmarked by role and location - plus health coverage, paid time off, wellness support, and learning opportunities.
People-first Leadership
Approachable leaders who communicate openly, keep teams close to the strategy, and support long-term planning.
Advanced tech communities
Stay close to AI/ML, Cloud, Quantum Computing, IoT, and Robotics communities, with projects built on modern frameworks.
About the Company
We are a digital engineering and technology consulting company where expertise grows alongside people. For more than 30 years, we have been elevating technology: helping organizations navigate complex business challenges by combining deep engineering knowledge with thoughtful, research-backed innovation. Our teams work across key areas: digital engineering, data and analytics, Cloud, and AI/ML. In each, we deliver practical, scalable solutions rooted in real business needs and measurable human impact.
You bring your perspective and ambition. We create an environment where your work meets clarity, confidence, and purpose.
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