Java Software Engineer

Location: Bucharest, Romania

The people we all rely on to make the world go round – they rely on Thales.  Thales rely on its employees to invent the future: right here, right now.

Present in Romania for over 40 years, Thales is expanding its presence in the country by growing its Digital capabilities and by developing a Group Engineering Competence Centre (ECC). Operating from Bucharest, Thales delivers solutions in a number of core businesses, from ground transportation, space and defence, to security and aeronautics.
Several professional opportunities have arisen. If you are looking for the solidity of a Global Group that is at the forefront of innovation, but with the agility of a human structure that tailors to the personal development of its employees and allows opportunities for evolution in an international environment, then this is the place for you

Role: Java Software Engineer 

Unlock Your Potential as a Java Software Engineer in Biometrics Engineering at Thales  

We are seeking a skilled backend Java Developer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing server-side of our solutions based on Thales DIS's software products in the field of Automated Biometric Identification Systems.

You will work closely with our front-end developers, integrators and validators ensuring the responsiveness and performance of our solutions.

Our ideal candidate has a robust understanding of Java programming, data structures, and algorithms.

Ultimately, the Backend Java Developer will create high-quality, scalable, and efficient backend code that will improve user experience and functionality.

Responsibilities:

• Developing scalable backend infrastructure for our solutions.
• Writing and maintaining efficient, reusable, and reliable Java code.
• Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of the solutions.
• Identifying and fixing bottlenecks and bugs in backend code.
• Implementing security and data protection measures.
• Developing and maintaining Java-based backend services.
• Working with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Working with integrators and validators to successfully deliver solutions to our customers
• Testing software to ensure responsiveness and efficiency.
• Keeping up-to-date with technology trends.

About you:

Must have:

• Interest to continuously learn and become an expert in the area of Automated Biometric Identification
• Proven work experience as a Backend Developer or similar role in software development.
• Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application.
• Proficiency in Java and Spring Framework and Junit
• Proven work experience in writing maintainable and testable code
• Ability to write new code as well as to maintain established code base
• Ability to actively participate in code reviews and share the knowledge
• Ability to create technical documentation
• Fluent with relational databases, SQL and common abstractions (hibernate / JPA)
• Work experience with Maven, Jenkins, Nexus and Git
• Fluent in English, in verbal and written communication
• Available to travel abroad (up to 30%)
• BSc degree in Computer Science, Engineering or relevant field.

Nice to have:

• Proficient in navigating on both Linux and Windows systems
• Experience with RESTful APIs and server-side APIs integration
• Proficient in JSON and XML (JAXB)
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure or Google Cloud)
• Experience with message brokers (RabbitMQ)
• Experience with transaction management
• Experience with JavaScript
• Experience with Security/Quality tools like Fortify, SonarQube, Nexus IQ
• Experience with scripted deployment (Ansible / Chef)
• Experience with the OpenSearch / Kibana stack
• Experience with Keycloak and OpenID
• Experience with distributed storage like MiniIO
• Understanding of other languages like C or C++  

Connect with Andreea Burcea, Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-BA1 who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now

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