Java Developer (Hybrid | Kraków)

About the Position

Xebia is a global AI-first, digital transformation, and engineering partner. With over 25 years of experience and a team of 5,000 professionals across 16 countries, we help organizations design and build scalable products, platforms, and data-driven solutions. We specialize in Artificial Intelligence, Data and Cloud, Intelligent Automation, and Digital Products, combining deep technical expertise with a strong focus on engineering excellence and a people-first culture.

We are currently seeking a Java Developer (Hybrid | Kraków) to join our team in Kraków, Poland. This role involves designing and implementing scalable solutions using Java 25 and Spring Boot.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing scalable solutions using Java 25 and Spring Boot.
• Translating business problems into technical strategies, high-level designs, and delivering them through implementation.
• Developing and evolving microservices based on Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Event Sourcing.
• Working with Azure, including AKS/Kubernetes, and managing infrastructure using Terraform.
• Designing and developing solutions using PostgreSQL and event-driven approaches.
• Collaborating with engineers across teams to align solutions and simplify integrations.
• Taking ownership of feature delivery from requirements clarification through implementation.
• Contributing to technical and business strategy by proposing improvements and new approaches.
• Identifying architectural and technical gaps and driving their resolution.
• Improving engineering processes, code quality, and ways of working within the team.

Requirements

• 6+ years of professional experience as a Software Engineer within the JVM ecosystem.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot, with a good understanding of the underlying technologies and abstractions.
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Ability to independently translate business problems into technical solutions and lead their implementation.
• Experience with microservices architecture, preferably with DDD and Event Sourcing.
• Practical experience with Azure, Kubernetes/AKS, and Terraform.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and modern CI/CD practices, including GitHub Actions and ArgoCD.
• Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools such as Splunk and automated testing with Spock.
• Practical experience using AI-powered assistants (e.g. GitHub Copilot, Cursor) to improve productivity, quality, or decision-making in software delivery.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with multiple stakeholders and drive alignment.
• Proactive and ownership-oriented approach, with a focus on continuous improvement and delivering valuable solutions.
• Good command of English (min. B2).
• Availability to start as soon as possible.
• Willingness to work from the client's Kraków office at least once a week.

Work from the European Union region and a work permit are required.

Nice to Have

• Experience applying GenAI in a more structured way within the SDLC, including defined workflows, prompt patterns, or tool integrations embedded into daily work.
• Interest in and familiarity with emerging AI-driven practices (e.g. agent-based workflows, automation patterns, AI-augmented development), with a willingness to explore and experiment beyond standard approaches.

We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a leading global AI-first digital transformation and engineering partner.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

About the Company

Xebia is a global AI-first, digital transformation, and engineering partner. With over 25 years of experience and a team of 5,000 professionals across 16 countries, we help organizations design and build scalable products, platforms, and data-driven solutions. We specialize in Artificial Intelligence, Data and Cloud, Intelligent Automation, and Digital Products, combining deep technical expertise with a strong focus on engineering excellence and a people-first culture.

In the CEE region, we’re a team of nearly 1,000 experts delivering modern applications, data platforms, and AI solutions for clients such as Millennium, ING, Play, Edenred, Arabian Drilling, FedEx, Leroy Merlin, Truecaller, Volotea, Schmitz Cargobull, and many, many more. We work with leading technologies including AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks, and Snowflake, and combine strong engineering culture with a consulting mindset and a continuous focus on growth and knowledge sharing.