Senior Software Engineer (Java)

As a Senior Software Engineer (Java) at Black Swan Data, you will design, develop, and maintain high-quality backend systems that support our SaaS products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects within budget and timelines, engage in all phases of the software development lifecycle, mentor junior engineers, and stay updated with the latest technologies.

To qualify for the Senior Software Engineer (Java) role at Black Swan Data, candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, along with extensive experience in building Java services using Spring Boot. Familiarity with cloud environments like AWS, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to agile methodologies are also essential.

Black Swan Data is committed to your professional growth as a Senior Software Engineer. Our company offers career development programs, flexible working conditions, and ample opportunities for training and skill enhancement, ensuring that every team member can build a successful career while enjoying the journey.

As a Senior Software Engineer (Java) at Black Swan Data, you will work with a contemporary technology stack that includes Java, Spring Boot, microservices architecture, AWS, Docker, and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins. Familiarity with Terraform and other advanced technologies like GraphQL and Kafka would be advantageous.

The work environment for a Senior Software Engineer at Black Swan Data is vibrant and collaborative. Emphasizing flexibility, we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend two days in the office, fostering connections with talented colleagues, while also enjoying the option for 100% remote work if eligible.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of projects where you utilized Java and Spring Boot. Detail your role in those projects, highlighting any innovative solutions you contributed to and the positive outcomes they achieved.

Discuss your experience with various testing frameworks like JUnit and Mockito. Explain your approach to coding standards and best practices, including code reviews and pair programming. Mention how you incorporate CI/CD processes to automate testing and enforce quality.

Share your understanding of microservices and how you’ve implemented them in previous projects. Discuss the challenges you've faced, the solutions you applied, and how microservices benefited the project in scalability and maintainability.

Highlight your knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment, and how these practices improve the development lifecycle. Describe a situation where you implemented CI/CD pipelines and the impact it had on the project’s efficiency.

Discuss the channels you use, such as online courses, industry blogs, and forums. Mention any specific technologies you're currently learning about and how you plan to integrate them into your work, emphasizing your commitment to continuous improvement.

Choose a specific example that showcases your problem-solving skills. Detail the issue, your approach to finding a solution, and the eventual outcome. Highlight any collaboration with others, emphasizing teamwork in overcoming the challenge.

Share your experiences in mentoring junior engineers and how you believe mentorship fosters a better team dynamic. Highlight specific instances where mentoring enhanced both your growth and that of your mentees.

Discuss your methods for prioritizing tasks, such as using agile frameworks like Scrum or Kanban. Give examples of how you've adapted to changing priorities, emphasizing your ability to remain flexible while keeping project goals in focus.

Detail your hands-on experience with AWS, including specific services you've utilized and projects where you've deployed applications in the cloud. Discuss the benefits of AWS in your solutions and any challenges you overcame.

Express your enthusiasm for Black Swan Data’s mission and culture. Highlight how your skills align with the company’s focus on innovation through data, and explain how you see yourself contributing to the team and its objectives.