Senior Java Developer

We are currently looking for a Senior Java Developer to join one of our long-term public sector projects for a European Institution. You will contribute to a large-scale, high-visibility platform designed for performance, availability, and scalability, handling a significant volume of documents in a distributed, cloud-based environment. THE WORK: Design, develop, and maintain distributed applications using Java 17 , Spring , Elasticsearch and Liferay DXP . Contribute to the development of a scalable, responsive platform hosted on Azure and Kubernetes, using microservices and REST APIs . Work closely with other developers, business analysts, and architects to deliver high-quality solutions. Ensure that Liferay customization follows modern web standards. Take part in code reviews, update technical documentation, and assist with CI/CD processes. Actively contribute to performance optimizations and the evolution of the architecture. Our roles require in-person time to encourage collaboration, learning, and relationship-building with clients, colleagues, and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED: Strong background in Java (preferably Java 17), Spring Framework, and REST API development. Experience with Elasticsearch and integrating it into applications is a plus. Familiarity with Kubernetes and cloud platforms, with a preference for Azure. Good understanding of PostgreSQL and distributed architectures. Knowledge of messaging systems like RabbitMQ is a plus. Experience with Liferay (including extension, theming and frontend customization) and Chatbot integration is a plus. Experience with React , HTML5 , CSS3 , and JavaScript is an asset.