Backend Developer

Job Description:

- We are currently looking for a backend developer profile, to be allocated on a transversal squad/dev team, dedicated to evolve, maintain and support Data Solutions Platform web-based applications.
- The position is integrated on a team in charge of application assets deployed in production environment. Those assets are mainly in Java/Python/Angular.
- The position objective is to evolve and maintain the portfolio of applications, being able to modernize, improve, implement new features, and bug fix.
- This portfolio goes from web based to standalone Java/Python applications, where design, maintenance and evolution is required.
- We are looking for someone able to challenge current concepts with a solid realistic view of technology best practices and its context and offer a variety of opportunities to grown in knowledge and experience.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

- Refactor, evolve, tune, and develop a Python and Java application on the backend, supporting the team's development as well as filling in when there is a need for extra support on one of the areas
- Be a driver of software development best practices, by promoting clean code conventions and proper usage of available tools
- Be the driver for the change and adoption of best development techniques
- Be proactive in continuous development process, review specifications and code (peer review) practices in software development and respective tools
- Work together with different teams to detect improvement areas, make recommendations and development guidance
- Take ownership of a mature, production‑ready application—conducting deep‑dive functional and technical analyses, uncovering improvement opportunities, translating stakeholder needs into actionable specifications, and ensuring seamless evolution of the solution without disrupting current operations.

Technical Skills:

- Solid knowledge and strong experience in backend development with Python
- Solid knowledge and strong experience in Java and Java frameworks
- Experience with REST APIs and Service/events-oriented architecture
- Knowledge in Continuous Integration and Delivery workflow (like Jenkins, Gitlab, Sonarqube)
- Experience with Dependency Management frameworks (like Maven, Gradle)
- Experience with Linux/Unix environment
- Experience with Spring frameworks

Nice to have:

• Experience with Test frameworks (Jasmine, Cucumber, Selenium, JUnit and JMeter)

• Experience with Oracle DB

• Experience with technical documentation analysis

• Experience in Agile context (like Kanban, Lean or SCRUM)

Language Skills:

- English (read, spoken, written - C level minimum)
- French knowledge is a nice to have
- Portuguese - Mastery

Soft Skills:

- Autonomous, organized and delivery-focused with attention to detail
- Good organization skills on daily tasks
- Proactive taking own initiative to mitigate risk and prevent issues arising.
- Work well with multicultural teams and locations
- Ability to work well under pressure and tight timeframes
- Good work ethic and high levels of motivation