Java Engineer I - Data & Channel Management team

As a Java Engineer I at Cision, your main responsibilities include enhancing and maintaining our Channel Management backend stack and Meta Data Ingestion services. You’ll work closely with other product teams to deliver tested and scalable solutions that address both technical and product needs while fostering an innovative and collaborative work environment.

Cision is looking for candidates who have proficiency in Java and the Spring Framework for the Java Engineer I position. While not mandatory, familiarity with relational databases like PostgreSQL, Kafka, and modern DevOps tools such as Docker and Kubernetes would be beneficial. We value a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and grow, so even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply!

Cision offers extensive development opportunities for its Java Engineer I employees, including access to a variety of online training platforms like Udemy. Additionally, employees are encouraged to spend 10% of their time on projects of their choice, such as tech talks or reading groups, promoting ongoing learning and personal growth.

Yes, the Java Engineer I role at Cision is a remote position, but candidates must currently reside in Hungary. This flexibility allows you to contribute to a global team while enjoying a healthy work-life balance from your home!

The culture within the Data & Channel Management team at Cision is built on support, collaboration, and continuous learning. Our team members are passionate about their work and committed to helping each other grow. You'll find a friendly, honest environment where your ideas will be valued and fostered.

When answering this question, give a detailed account of your project, focusing on how you utilized specific Java and Spring features to solve challenges. Highlight your role in the project, the technologies you implemented, and how the outcome aligned with the team’s goals.

Provide examples of best practices you follow, such as writing clean code, using design patterns, or unit testing. Discuss your approach to refactoring and how you consider future scalability while developing solutions. Mention collaboration with peers for code reviews as a key aspect.

Share your knowledge of PostgreSQL, focusing on any projects where you implemented it. Discuss your understanding of fundamental concepts like normalization and indexing, and explain how you see these concepts enhancing your work with back-end solutions at Cision.

When discussing event-driven architectures, provide insights into your experience with technologies like Kafka. Describe a project where you implemented such an architecture, detailing how it improved the efficiency and responsiveness of the application.

List the DevOps tools you're familiar with, such as Docker, Git, GitHub Actions, and Jenkins. Discuss specific instances when you integrated these tools in your workflow or project, highlighting how they enhanced collaboration and deployment processes.

Explain your time management strategies, such as prioritizing tasks, using project management tools, or setting milestones. Share an example of a situation where your approach helped you successfully meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality.

Talk about your preferred testing methodologies, such as unit testing or integration testing, and any tools you use for debugging. Provide examples of how your testing practices improved the quality and stability of your projects.

Your answer should reflect your passion for technology and problem-solving. Discuss how you enjoy continuous learning, contribute to impactful projects, and the satisfaction of seeing your work enhance the user experience or optimize processes.

Show that you are open to constructive criticism by sharing examples where you were able to implement feedback to improve your skills or project outcomes. Emphasize a growth mindset and the importance of learning from others.

Express your enthusiasm for Cision's mission and how the Data & Channel Management role aligns with your career goals. Mention specific aspects of the team culture and projects that excite you and how you believe your skills will contribute to their success.