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Java Tech Lead

Hybrid in Madrid·Added yesterday (last checked 29 Oct)

Grupo Digital

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Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Experience: 3+ years

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Experience as a functional analyst with a solid technical base and the ability to support development teams... minimum 3 years
Experience in software development and knowledge of complex system architectures.
Proficiency in Java and knowledge of different versions, especially Java 7, 8, 11, 17, and 21.
Knowledge of Spring, Spring Boot, and Hibernate.
Experience with monolithic architectures and microservices, as well as with REST and SOAP APIs.
Knowledge of OpenAPI, Swagger and API testing tools, such as Postman or SoapUI.
Experience with cloud and deployment platforms or containers, such as OpenShift, AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Knowledge of CI/CD and version control tools, such as Bitbucket and GitHub.
Ability to analyze requirements, manage user stories, and define acceptance criteria.
Experience in functional testing, defect detection, change validation, and backlog management.
Communication, negotiation, estimation, and planning skills.
Residency in MADRID or surrounding areas

Nice to have

Experience in the payments or retail sector.
Knowledge of relational databases, such as DB2 and Oracle, and NoSQL, such as MongoDB.
Experience with messaging and events, such as Kafka or IBM MQ.
Knowledge of identity and access management, such as Keycloak or WSO2.
Experience with monitoring and performance analysis tools, such as Kibana, Grafana, Splunk, or AppDynamics.
Knowledge of Angular and application servers.
Advanced English.
University degree or higher education..

The role

At GP DIGITAL We are looking for a profile with a functional vision and a solid technical base in Java, capable of connecting business needs with well-designed technological solutions.

You will participate in an Agile environment, working with complex architectures, integrations, and development teams. A challenge to combine analysis, design, and problem-solving.

What you'll do

Analyze business requirements and translate them into functional and technical specifications.
Develop user histories, functional diagrams, process flows, and traceability matrices.
Collaborate with development teams in the design of solutions and the resolution of technical problems.
Participate in the definition and evolution of Java architectures, both monolithic and based on microservices.
Design and validate APIs and integrations with external services.
Manage and prioritize the backlog, estimate efforts, and plan changes and improvements.
Design test cases, prepare data, and perform functional and technical validations.
Analyze incidents and performance issues using monitoring and traceability tools.
Support production deployment and verify the correct functioning of components.

How you'll work

Contract:
Location: Madrid, Atocha area
Modality: Hybrid, with one day on-site per week.

>> During the first two weeks, training will be on-site; afterwards, attendance will be 1 day per week

Schedule: Monday to Thursday, from 9:00 to 18:00;

Friday, from 8:00 to 15:00.

About Grupo Digital

Grupo Digital is a Spanish IT consulting and talent outsourcing company based in Madrid. It provides IT recruitment, outsourcing, and technology consulting services, helping companies find and hire skilled tech professionals. The firm has a database of over 190,000 candidates and uses AI-driven matching to accelerate hiring, with a focus on roles in software development, data, cloud, cybersecurity, and SAP/ERP systems.

Grupo Digital operates primarily in Spain, with offices in Madrid and Valencia, and offers many remote and hybrid positions across the country. The company emphasizes flexibility, work-life balance, and professional development, making it an attractive option for IT professionals looking to work in Spain. Its international relevance is limited, as it mainly serves the Spanish market, but it provides opportunities for tech talent seeking roles in Spain.

Industry: IT Services
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Valencia

Good to know if you are moving

Grupo Digital is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, with an additional office in Valencia.
Many job openings are remote or hybrid, offering flexibility for international candidates.
The company provides benefits such as flexible hours, training opportunities, and parental leave.
It holds ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and ISO 14001 certifications, indicating quality and security standards.
The company participates in R&D projects with universities and public bodies, fostering innovation.

In their own words

About the company & team

as for us... Grupo Digital

We are an IT consultancy with a team of more than 150 technology professionals, where you will find stable projects at leading national and international clients, developing solutions in application development, systems architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Big Data, etc.

Specialists in outsourcing IT profiles, recruitment, and Talent-as-a-Service models, focusing on large integrators and companies in the financial and digital sectors. We bet on excellent service, autonomous teams, and measurable results. If you like working with cutting-edge technologies and in environments that add value, you will have a career path here.