Description:

Our client is an innovative startup in the FinTech sector, focused on building a core product that will transform enterprise solutions.
The company is seeking a passionate Senior Java Developer with Kotlin experience to join their founding team.
The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable applications using Java and Kotlin.
Developers will utilize frameworks such as Spring Boot, Vaadin, or similar to create robust backend services.
The position includes contributing to infrastructure setup and management using tools like Pulumi or Terraform.
Developers are expected to ensure applications are optimized for performance and scalability.
Participation in architecture and design discussions to influence the technical direction is required.
Collaboration with a small, high-performing team to solve complex technical challenges is essential.
The role includes providing guidance and mentorship to junior developers as the team grows.
Developers will foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
Staying updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices is crucial.
Identifying opportunities for process and product improvements is part of the job.

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.

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