[Hiring] Senior Java Developer @SecureFlag

Role Description

This is a remote position.

As a Senior Java Developer, you will help design and develop the SecureFlag platform. The person will be in charge of the design, maintenance, and development of the backend Java platform.

• Strong experience developing complex Java applications based on microservice architecture.
• Experience in AWS cloud services, SQL, and familiarity with DevOps and Frontend concepts are a big plus.
• Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to distil complex topics clearly.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of the SecureFlag backend platform.
• Maintenance and enhancement of the existing platform.
• Development and maintenance of automated tests and CI pipelines.
• Work closely with the engineering team.
• Track, reproduce, troubleshoot, and provide logical solutions to issues.
• Operate in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, small team environment.
• Become familiar with the application security industry best practices and SecureFlag's mission to inspire learning engagement, resulting in better, more secure code.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on experience in developing complex applications in Java.
• In-depth knowledge of Hibernate with troubleshooting skills in identifying and solving performance bottlenecks.
• Competency in understanding and improving large pattern-based and scalable Java applications based on microservices.
• Competency in identifying independently the code areas that require improvements and implementation of new functionalities.
• Familiarity with development tools such as Git, Docker, and CI pipelines.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture based on Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS).
• Experience in implementing automated testing is a plus.
• Good English language skills.
• Ability to work independently with little or no daily supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to communicate with colleagues and management.
• Good time management skills, including prioritizing, scheduling, and adapting as necessary.

Benefits

• The position is fully remote, with the chance of joining our company events in London and the security conferences that SecureFlag sponsors around the world.
• The role is an opportunity to positively impact the security posture of hundreds of organisations and tens of thousands of developers in the world.
• Flexible working hours.
• Dedicated training budget.
• Work in a young and dynamic environment that encourages curiosity and new ideas.
• We support people based in the UK and European Union.