Senior Software Engineer - Java

Job Brief

We are looking for a self-driven Senior Software Engineer (Java) who is excited to learn and improve his/her skillset in the ever-evolving world of Java.
 

VentureDive Overview

Founded in 2012 by veteran technology entrepreneurs from MIT and Stanford, VentureDive is the fastest growing technology company in the region that develops and invests in products and solutions that simplify and improve lives of people world-wide. We aspire to create a technology organization and an entrepreneurial ecosystem in the region that are recognized as second to none in the world.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Be responsible for enhancing and maintaining a highly transactional Java
• platform and build new Microservices
• The opportunity to work in an Agile fast-paced environment, where requirements can change overnight and getting things done is as simple as making a case and leading the charge
• Work as part of an amazing team of like-minded individuals with a can-do attitude to change the world
• Proactively identify technical debt, where the platform can be optimised, and introduce operational efficiencies
• Design and produce performant, scalable, highly transactional software, that adheres to functional and nonfunctional requirements, and be able to explain them to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Estimate, prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Support the execution of production deployments and go-lives

 
Required Qualifications and Experience:

• 5 years of commercial experience in Java
• Have experience working with relational DBs such as MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL. Ideally NoSQL experience
• Have experience developing and designing RESTful API
• Ability to choose the right technology for the task at hand, whether it turns out to be the latest framework or an established one
• You have a strong knowledge of object-oriented design and development best practices
• You have experience with Continuous Integration
• You can estimate, prioritise and execute tasks either by pair programming or single-handedly in a high-pressure environment
• You have an excellent command of the English language
• BSc or MSc in Computer Science or related degree from a top university
• Experience with performant, highly transactional, service-oriented platforms
• Knowledge of Spring Frameworks including Spring Security, Spring Boot, and Spring Data
• Test Driven Development is your bread and butter. Without it, there’s just jam
• Having a working knowledge of Docker, UNIX-based operating systems, and Microservices
• Familiarity with application security, cryptography, and security practices
• Having a working knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, UNIX-based operating systems, and Microservices
• Experience working with Agile teams or startups

What we look for beyond required skills

In order to thrive at VentureDive, you

…are intellectually smart and curious

…have the passion for and take pride in your work

…deeply believe in VentureDive’s mission, vision, and values

…have a no-frills attitude

…are a collaborative team player

…are ethical and honest

Are you ready to put your ideas into products and solutions that will be used by millions?

You will find VentureDive to be a quick pace, high standards, fun and a rewarding place to work at. Not only will your work reach millions of users world-wide, you will also be rewarded with competitive salaries and benefits. If you think you have what it takes to be a VenDian, come join us ... we're having a ball!