Java & Kafka Developer High English (Remote)

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Grupo Digital

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Overview

Job details

€42,000 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
About €2,570 a month after tax.
Permanent contract
Per the ad.
Fully remote
Only from certain places, per the ad: “Proceso limitado a candidatos/as residentes en España.”

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Grupo Digital doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Have 6+ years of experience
Senior-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Salary: Based on work experience. 36,000 - 42,000 € gross/year

Requirements

What we're looking for

At least 6 years of experience in backend development or similar roles.
Minimum 4 years of advanced experience with Apache Kafka.
Solid experience in Java 8 or higher and Spring Boot.
Experience developing microservices architectures.
Knowledge of functional programming.
Experience with JPA.
Testing practice with TDD or BDD.
Knowledge of software design and system architecture.
Experience with PostgreSQL, Oracle, and/or MongoDB.
Experience working with agile methodologies, especially Scrum.
Minimum English level of B2.
Availability to perform rotating 24/7 on-call shifts.
Residence in Spain.

Nice to have

Basic knowledge of reactive programming.
Notions of API design and OpenAPI 3 (OAS3).
Additional experience or knowledge that adds value to the development of distributed backend systems.

The role

Are you fluent in Java and Kafka and do you want to work on backend systems based on microservices?

We are looking for a senior profile who brings experience in architecture, development, and testing to build robust and scalable solutions.

What you'll do

Develop and maintain microservices with Java and Spring Boot.
Implement advanced messaging and event processing solutions with Apache Kafka.
Apply functional and, where appropriate, reactive programming principles.
Design software and contribute to backend system architecture.
Develop automated tests following TDD or BDD approaches.
Work with relational and NoSQL databases: PostgreSQL, Oracle, and MongoDB.
Collaborate with the team following agile methodologies, especially Scrum.
Participate in the rotating on-call service to ensure system availability.

How you'll work

Modality: 100% remote.
Work location: Spain. Process limited to candidates residing in Spain.
Contract: Permanent.
Schedule: From 9:00 to 18:00 h. In summer, from 8:00 to 15:00 h.
Start Date: Immediate.
On-call: Rotating 24/7 availability, approximately one week every 3 or 4 months. Mandatory participation.
Initial assignment duration: 1 year.

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
Website: grupodigital.eu

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

We are a team of more than 100 technology professionals, where you will find stable projects with leading national and international clients, developing solutions in Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, Cybersecurity, etc.

We are committed to standing by your side throughout every phase of the project, ensuring you grow professionally with us, and your contribution matters.

Do you want to stay up to date with the latest technologies and are you looking for new challenges? Send us your CV and we will get in touch with you!

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