Java Backend Engineer

As a Java Backend Engineer at MotorK, you will develop, test, and maintain superior quality Java applications. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will help define, design, and implement new features that drive our automotive platforms. Additionally, you'll participate in code reviews, contribute to team knowledge sharing, and troubleshoot existing applications to resolve any issues that arise.

To qualify as a Java Backend Engineer at MotorK, you should possess strong knowledge of Java (Java 8 or later) and OOP principles, as well as experience with the Spring Framework, including Spring Boot and Spring MVC. Familiarity with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, relational databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL, and Agile methodologies is also essential. Good problem-solving skills and a basic understanding of cloud services are considered advantageous.

At MotorK, our Java Backend Engineers work primarily within Agile methodologies. You’ll be expected to adapt to Sprint cycles, participate in daily stand-ups, and collaborate closely with team members to ensure that our software delivery meets high standards of quality and timeliness.

MotorK offers diverse career development opportunities for Java Backend Engineers. You can pursue individual training paths tailored to your professional goals while enjoying possibilities for national and international mobility within the company as we continue to expand. Regular team activities and a supportive work environment foster both personal and professional growth.

As a Java Backend Engineer at MotorK, you can enjoy several benefits, including meal vouchers, generous holiday allowances of 26 days plus national bank holidays, and access to a food canteen. Our commitment to employee development is highlighted through individual training programs and various yearly team activities aimed at strengthening team bonds and enhancing workplace satisfaction.

It's important to highlight specific projects where you've successfully used Java, demonstrating your understanding of Java 8 or later and OOP principles. Discuss how your coding expertise has contributed to past projects, focusing on maintainability and scalability of code.

Discuss your methodology for creating RESTful APIs, including best practices such as using appropriate HTTP methods, status codes, and ensuring that your APIs are secure and well-documented. Mention any frameworks used in past roles that could relate to the responsibilities at MotorK.

Share specific examples from previous roles where you used Spring Boot or Spring MVC, explaining how you implemented these frameworks to enhance application performance or streamline development processes.

Talk about your experience living in an Agile environment, such as participating in Sprint planning, daily scrums, and retrospective meetings. Illustrate how being Agile results in improved collaboration and quicker delivery of high-quality software.

Elaborate on how you've utilized these databases in past projects, referencing any query optimization techniques or ORM technologies, such as Hibernate, you have utilized to enhance data handling in your applications.

Share your strategies for maintaining high code quality, such as conducting regular code reviews, utilizing automated testing frameworks, and adhering to development best practices, emphasizing continuous improvement over time.

Discuss projects where you've implemented Docker for application deployment, focusing on how it simplified your development workflow or enabled seamless scaling of applications across environments.

Provide a clear methodology for debugging, possibly mentioning specific tools you've used, such as JUnit or Mockito, and how you approach identifying and resolving issues to ensure smooth functionality of applications.

Explain the significance of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment in the software development lifecycle. Share how you have implemented or contributed to these practices in previous roles to enhance deployment efficiency.

If applicable, talk about how any frontend experience, such as JavaScript or frameworks like React, might complement your backend work at MotorK, highlighting your well-rounded capabilities as a full-stack developer.