About the Position

Senior Java Engineer

Location: Kraków, PL

Type of contract: Employment contract

Salary range: 14600 - 22300 PLN gross

Responsibilities

As a Senior Java Developer, you will join a large-scale transformation programme focused on building and integrating a global collateral and facility management platform using modern engineering practices and AI-enabled software delivery. Your tasks will include:

Designing and developing enterprise-grade Java microservices and backend solutions
Building and maintaining integrations using REST APIs and event-driven architectures
Collaborating with architects and technical leads on solution design and implementation decisions
Creating and executing unit, integration, and automated tests
Contributing to CI/CD pipelines, quality gates, and release processes
Optimizing application performance, reliability, and scalability
Supporting cloud-based deployments and platform improvements
Participating in code reviews and engineering best practices initiatives
Working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver features aligned with business objectives
Ensuring compliance with security, governance, and operational standards

Requirements

Around 6 years of professional software engineering experience
Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot microservices
Solid experience with Oracle, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases
Experience with schema design, performance optimization, and transactional systems
Strong unit and integration testing skills using JUnit, Mockito, Testcontainers, or similar tools
Experience with API design, REST services, and integration patterns
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and quality assurance practices
Experience with Jenkins, GitLab, SonarQube, SAST, DAST, or dependency scanning tools
Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Strong understanding of software design principles and engineering trade-offs
Exposure to GenAI concepts, LLMs, and AI-assisted software development
Knowledge of RAG or agent-based architectures and associated governance considerations

Nice to Have

Experience delivering solutions within regulated financial services environments
Knowledge of containerization and Kubernetes
Experience with service mesh technologies
Experience with observability and monitoring platforms
Performance engineering and resilience testing experience
Experience implementing AI-enabled SDLC practices
Hands-on experience with GenAI prototyping and integration
Knowledge of evaluation frameworks, prompt management, and version control for AI solutions

We Offer

Hybrid work in one of our client's offices (Kraków) 8 days a month
Working in a highly experienced and dedicated team
Benefit package tailored to your needs (medical, sport, lunch subsidy, life insurance, etc.)
Online training and certifications
Access to an e-learning platform
Social events

About the Company

We are GFT Poland. WE KNOW how to tackle complex issues with an innovative approach to deliver the highest value. Our reputation has been built around one simple rule: we do not overpromise, WE DELIVER. We deliver to our employees, clients, and partners. WE GROW as you grow, so investing in you is our business strategy. Caring for each other is our priority. WE CARE who you are, what you need, how you feel. WE CARE to smile, have fun, and develop as human beings.

Why Choose GFT?

A culture of top performance
Deep tech IT engineering & consulting
1200 skilled & top-class experts
77% of the team are regular/senior
Products that contribute to a sustainable world
Competitive salary and benefits
Ambitious projects, trainings, and tools you need to flourish
Google Cloud Partner of the Year - for going above and beyond for customers

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