Full Stack Java Developer - Munich (m/w/d)

About Us 

Hawk is the leading provider of AI-supported anti-money laundering and fraud detection technology. Banks and payment providers globally are using Hawk’s powerful combination of traditional rules and explainable AI to improve the effectiveness of their AML compliance and fraud prevention by identifying more crime while maximizing efficiency by reducing false positives. With our solution, we are playing a vital role in the global fight against Money Laundering, Fraud, or the financing of terrorism. We offer a culture of mutual trust, support and passion – while providing individuals with opportunities to grow professionally and make a difference in the world. 

Your Mission:   

As a Full Stack Java Developer at Hawk, your mission is to contribute to the development of our AI-driven Anti-Money-Laundering platform by implementing scalable, high-quality functionality that drives product success. You'll play a vital role in shaping the platform's future, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of users while embracing our continuous delivery process and taking collective ownership of both code and its operations. Working in a collaborative, inclusive environment, you'll have the opportunity to innovate, grow your skills, and contribute to a product that revolutionizes how financial crime is detected and prevented. Your efforts will have a lasting impact, not only on our platform but also on the global fight against financial crime. 

Key Responsibilities:   

• Take ownership of the entire feature development process, ensuring seamless integration and performance across all layers of the stack. 

• Use your expertise to streamline the development process, ensuring timely and consistent release of new features and updates. 

• Promote and implement best practices in coding, testing, and deployment to foster a culture of excellence and ongoing improvement within the team. 

• Develop code that is reliable, efficient, and maintainable, with a strong focus on quality and scalability to meet the needs of our users and stakeholders. 

• Develop modular and reusable components that can be leveraged across different projects and features to improve development efficiency and consistency. 

• Work closely with operations, sales, and other development team members to ensure that our product meets the needs of all stakeholders and delivers a seamless user experience. 

Your Profile: 

• BSc or MSc degree in Computer Science or a related technical field. 

• 4+ years of experience in delivering always-on code, showcasing your reliability and dedication. 

• Rock-solid development experience in Java and front-end technologies such as React. 

• Experience with databases (Elasticsearch, PostgreSQL) and/or big-data stacks (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka). 

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, making you a team player and a keen learner. 

• You live agile and lightweight processes and take pride in your craftsmanship as a programmer. 

• Experience with Agile and Lean methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban. 

• Experience in DevOps or Data Science is a plus, bringing additional value to your skill set. 

Perks & Benefits 

• Competitive salary 

• Personal development budget up to €1,000/year. (e.g., online courses, coaching, German classes, certifications) 

• Gym membership subsidy 

• 27 paid holidays annually + 1 day per each additional full year of remaining in the company, up to a maximum number of 30 days of holidays per year 

• 4 weeks “working from anywhere” per year in selected countries 

• MVG monthly commuting ticket subsidy (public transportation) 

• Flexible working hours and home office possibilities 

• Healthy drinks, snacks, and a weekly fruit basket in the office 

Why Us 

• The “World’s Top 100 AI Fintechs” and “Top EU Startups to Watch.” 

• You will be at the center of a fast-growing, high-tech startup using the latest in Cloud, AI, and ML. 

• You will be part of an incredibly diverse and international team of 20+ nationalities across offices in Europe, the USA, and beyond. 

• You will have a high degree of collaboration, ownership, and autonomy. Your work matters!  

• Your work will drive innovation and positively impact our society globally. We fight financial crime and aim to prevent 1.6 trillion USD from being money-laundered worldwide annually.