Description:

Our client is an innovative startup in the FinTech sector, focused on building a core product that will transform enterprise solutions.
We are looking for a passionate Senior Java Developer with Kotlin experience to join our founding team.
The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable applications using Java and Kotlin.
You will utilize frameworks such as Spring Boot, Vaadin, or similar to create robust backend services.
You will contribute to infrastructure setup and management using tools like Pulumi or Terraform, ensuring applications are optimized for performance and scalability.
Participation in architecture and design discussions to influence the technical direction is expected.
Collaboration with a small, high-performing team to solve complex technical challenges is a key responsibility.
You will provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers as the team expands and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Staying updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices is essential, along with identifying opportunities for process and product improvements.

Requirements:

Candidates must have 6 to 10 years of professional experience as a Software Engineer.
Extensive development experience on the JVM, primarily using Java, is required.
At least 2 years of recent hands-on experience with Kotlin is necessary.
Proficiency in Java and Kotlin programming languages is essential.
Strong experience with Spring Boot and backend development frameworks is required.
Familiarity with frontend frameworks like Vaadin is a plus.
Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code tools like Pulumi, Terraform, or equivalents is needed.
Experience in the FinTech sector or traditional banking domains is advantageous.
Candidates should possess excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with a team-oriented mindset are required.
The ability to thrive in a startup environment—being adaptable, proactive, and comfortable with ambiguity—is essential.
No formal degree is required; skills and experience are valued over credentials.

You will have the opportunity to be part of a founding team and significantly influence the product's direction.
The work environment is collaborative and innovative.
Flexible remote work is offered, with alignment to the Australian time zone (minimum 2 hours overlap).
A competitive compensation package is provided.