Java Backend Software Developer

INIT is the worldwide leading supplier of IT solutions for buses and trains. We assist more than 1,100 transport companies in making public transport more attractive and more efficient and as a result, we make mobility even easier for both the users of our systems and for passengers throughout Europe, America, New Zealand, Australia and Asia. INIT offers space for ideas and responsibility. Joining us will give you the chance to significantly contribute to the future of mobility while also building on your career. Implement your own ideas, assume responsibility and develop your professional and personal skills – that’s what you can achieve with us. Flexible working hours, comprehensive additional benefits and a positive working environment within an enthusiastic, collaborative team – that’s what we offer you. We look forward to receiving your online application at www.initse.com.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java source code for both the implementation of new features and the Coding new developments and/or enhancements as defined in a technical design
• Adhere to code quality and unit test testing standards
• Ensure code is peer-reviewed
• The focus will be on enhancing our control centre software for automated vehicle location (AVL), intermodal transport control system (ITCS) and electromobility applications
• Software development will include analysis, design, implementation and testing for our international projects
• Assume responsibility for specific software modules and the integration into the overall system
• You will work in close cooperation with the development and projects teams in the HQ in Germany
• Applied technologies will be Java, Hibernate, Spring, REST, Maven and PostgreSQL. Also containers (Kubernetes, docker), Loki, Grafana and Wiremock.

Your Qualifictions

• Third level qualification in Computer Science/Engineering or a related discipline
• 5+ years’ of experience in Java/J2EE and related frameworks based development, hardcore programming
• Strong hands on experience using core Java with JDK 1.8
• Good knowledge in DB concepts like Oracle/MYSQL/DB2/Mongo DB
• High commitment, team spirit and motivation to assume responsibility and support scrum master in Agile teams
• Should have analytical and algorithmic solutions approach to handle complex implementations
• Hands on experience is development of Micro Services (REST) using Spring boot
• Hands on experience in Hibernate/Spring Data is mandatory
• Knows essentials of CI/CD and other deployments tools
• Strong understanding of relational databases and proficiency with a relational DB
• Availability for occasional business travel to our HQ in Karlsruhe, Germany
• Proficient in written and spoken English

Location:

We offer a hybrid working model with a mix of both office and home working with emphasis on collaborative development. 60% office attendance / 40% home working. INIT Ltd, Maynooth Business Campus, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, Ireland