Java Backend Developer

Summary

Join Volkswagen Group Services' Volkswagen Digital:Hub in Spain as a Backend Developer. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining scalable backend services using Java and Spring Framework. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, integrate CI/CD pipelines, and work with Docker and Kubernetes. The ideal candidate possesses strong Java and Spring Framework knowledge, database management skills, and experience with Git and CI/CD. The position offers fully remote work, flexible hours, professional development opportunities, and a competitive holiday package.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of Java and the Spring Framework
• Proficiency in database design and management using MySQL or other SQL-based systems
• Experience with Git for version control and working in collaborative environments
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient backend services using Java and Spring Framework
• Design and optimize databases, ensuring the integrity and performance of MySQL or other SQL-based systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new features and address technical challenges
• Integrate CI/CD pipelines to automate builds, tests, and deployments
• Work with Docker and Kubernetes to containerize and orchestrate applications
• Ensure high-quality code by adhering to best practices in software development, version control (Git), and testing
• Contribute to system monitoring and troubleshooting efforts to maintain reliability
• Collaborate on the documentation and implementation of APIs using tools like Swagger
• Participate in the enhancement of observability through OpenTelemetry or monitoring tools like NewRelic
• Explore cloud technologies, especially Azure, to improve infrastructure and application performance

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Azure cloud services
• Experience with API documentation tools like Swagger
• Understanding of observability tools such as OpenTelemetry and NewRelic
• Knowledge of cloud-native and distributed systems architecture

Benefits

• Fully remote work capability, with an option to work from our office when needed
• Access to professional development tools and free language courses
• Flexible working hours to accommodate personal and professional needs
• A competitive holiday package and access to a variety of employee discounts