Java Back-end Developer

As a Java Back-end Developer at If, you'll be involved in designing and implementing high-quality software solutions based on our reference architecture. You will also develop and maintain REST and SOAP APIs, drive the creation of scalable and maintainable code, and ensure adherence to best practices for code quality. Additionally, you'll collaborate closely with other developers and business stakeholders to contribute to the strategic direction of our technology stack.

To qualify for the Java Back-end Developer role at If, candidates should have at least 5 years of experience as a Java Developer, preferably in an international company. Strong hands-on experience with Java version 17 or higher, familiarity with API development, knowledge of Azure Cloud Services, and proficiency in database design and SQL are also essential. Good communication skills and fluency in English and Latvian are necessary to collaborate with both local and international teams.

Java Back-end Developers at If should have a strong foundation in Java (17 or higher) and have experience with RESTful and SOAP-based web services. Familiarity with Cloud technologies, particularly Azure Cloud Services, is required, along with experience in Azure DevOps for CI/CD. Knowledge of Spring Boot, as well as unit and integration testing using JUnit/Mockito, is also essential for this role.

At If, the work culture is informal yet focused on collaboration and positivity. As a Java Back-end Developer, you'll work in an agile setup, contributing alongside talented professionals in a friendly environment. The organization emphasizes knowledge sharing, offers career development opportunities, and fosters a culture of support and motivation, making it a great place to grow and thrive in the tech industry.

Java Back-end Developers at If can expect a competitive monthly salary ranging from €3500 to €5500, depending on qualifications and experience. Additionally, If offers a strong company culture with various benefits such as extra vacation days, annual bonuses, excellent insurance, discounts for products, ergonomic home office compensation, opportunities for exciting business trips, and access to a 24/7 gym in the recently renovated office in the Riga center.

In your answer, highlight your familiarity with common design patterns such as Singleton, Factory, or Observer. Provide specific examples from your past projects where you effectively utilized these patterns to solve problems or improve code maintainability.

Discuss your experience with code reviews, automated testing techniques, and adherence to coding standards. Mention tools you've used for static code analysis and how implementing unit tests can prevent bugs in larger projects.

Provide a brief comparison where you highlight that REST is an architectural style using standard HTTP methods, while SOAP is a protocol with a stricter specification. Discuss when to use each approach, citing real examples from your experience based on project requirements.

Share your debugging process, including using logging frameworks, debugging tools, and how you isolate issues in the code. Give a specific instance where your debugging skills led to resolving a critical issue.

Discuss your experience with various databases—mention any SQL databases you've worked with, the type of queries you've written, and any optimization strategies you've implemented to improve performance.

Share a specific challenge, including the context, your role in resolving it, and the solution you implemented. Focus on the thought process and techniques that led you to a successful outcome.

Mention your familiarity with Azure services, outlining specific instances where you utilized them for deploying or managing Java applications. Highlight any experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD as well.

Explain your familiarity with agile methodologies and how you prioritize tasks, collaborate with team members during sprints, and adapt to changing project requirements while focusing on delivery.

Discuss your approach to developing APIs, testing their integration with external systems, and ensuring documentation is clear for other developers and teams that depend on these APIs.

Discuss your experience with tools like JUnit and Mockito. Provide examples of how you wrote and executed tests, emphasizing the importance of testing in the development process to maintain high code quality.