Senior Java Developer (Remote)

As a Senior Java Developer at Masabi, your primary responsibility will be to develop new features across our backend services. This role entails engaging with different technologies and paradigms of programming, contributing to our fare engine calculations and architecture. You'll work in a collaborative team environment, using agile methodologies to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet our customers’ needs efficiently.

The Senior Java Developer role at Masabi requires solid core programming skills in Java or Kotlin, alongside the ability to adapt to new technologies rapidly. A strong command of English is crucial for effective communication within the team. Additionally, familiarity with REST, cloud technologies, and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform will be advantageous for this position.

At Masabi, the Senior Java Developer will work with a modern tech stack that includes Java or Kotlin for backend development, RESTful services, and various Amazon cloud technologies like DynamoDB, S3, and EC2. You will also have experience with Kafka, Git, Gradle, Maven, and testing frameworks such as Spock/Groovy, allowing you to engage with a range of innovative solutions.

The team environment for a Senior Java Developer at Masabi is collaborative and dynamic, composed of specialists from various fields, including development and testing. Our teams operate in self-organizing groups that utilize scrum, kanban, or hybrid methodologies, fostering an enjoyable atmosphere where everyone contributes to achieving excellent business outcomes.

Senior Java Developers at Masabi enjoy comprehensive benefits, including up to 26 days of holiday plus a Christmas shutdown, private healthcare, a training budget of up to €1000 per year, and allowances for team bonding and home office setups. Additionally, the flexibility to work remotely and the ability to work from abroad for a few months each year enhance our supportive company culture.

When answering this question, choose a project that showcases your problem-solving abilities, detailing your role, the challenges faced, and the outcome. Emphasize collaboration and how you leveraged Java or Kotlin to achieve success, aligning your experience with Masabi's focus on innovation and quality software.

Discuss the strategies you use to maintain code quality, such as code reviews, testing methodologies like TDD or BDD, and continuous integration practices. Mention specific tools and frameworks, such as Spock or Groovy, that you have used, showcasing how these practices align with Masabi's commitment to quality software.

Share your experience with agile methodologies like scrum and kanban, elaborating on how you have implemented these frameworks in your previous roles. Highlight your adaptive approach to team dynamics and how this aligns with Masabi's focus on self-organizing teams.

Explain your methods for keeping up with industry trends, such as joining developer communities, participating in hack days, or attending workshops and conferences. Emphasize your proactive learning approach and how it can contribute to the innovative culture at Masabi.

Focus on your conflict resolution approach by citing a specific example. Describe the situation, the steps you took to facilitate communication, and the positive outcome. Linking this to Masabi's value of fostering positive relationships emphasizes your fit within the company culture.

Discuss your familiarity with cloud technologies such as AWS and how you have utilized services like S3, EC2, or DynamoDB in your development work. Tailor your answer to highlight how these experiences would align with the responsibilities of a Senior Java Developer at Masabi.

Describe your learning approach, such as hands-on projects, online courses, or collaborating with peers. Discuss an instance where you had to learn a new technology quickly and how that experience can be beneficial in adapting to the evolving stack at Masabi.

Share your passion for creating software that makes a difference, particularly in improving user experiences and optimizing processes. Connect this motivation to Masabi's mission of simplifying transit journeys, showcasing your alignment with the company's values.

Explain your communication strategies in a remote environment, such as regular check-ins, utilizing collaboration tools, and fostering an inclusive culture. Highlight how these practices can enhance teamwork and align with Masabi's supportive work culture.

Discuss aspects like performance, maintainability, and testing, emphasizing how these components contribute to the overall user experience. Relate your answer back to Masabi's commitment to delivering quality software that meets the needs of millions.