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Backend Java Developer

Remote from Spain·Added yesterday (last checked 26 Oct)

TheWhiteam

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Work mode: Remote from Spain
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Key knowledge: Java Microservices.

Minimum experience: 5 to 8 years.

5+ years of professional experience in software development.
Microservices Architecture: API composition, RESTful APIs, OpenAPI and Swagger - 5-8 years of experience
Java 8 / Java 11 - 5-8 years of experience
Spring Framework: mainly Spring Boot, with experience in Spring Batch and Spring MVC - 3-5 years of experience
Build Automation Tools: experience with Maven and other build automation tools - 1-3 years of experience
Testing: JUnit, Mockito, WireMock, MockMVC and Spring Test - 3-5 years of experience
Databases: JPA, Oracle and JDBC - 1-3 years of experience
Agile methodologies: experience working with Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum
Soft skills: strong communication, prioritization, leadership and teamwork skills

Nice to have

Microservices Architecture: Service Discovery, Circuit Breaker, OpenShift, distributed tracing, etc. - 1-3 years of experience
Message Brokers: Kafka, RabbitMQ - 1-3 years of experience
Feature Flags - 1-3 years of experience
Database Migration Tools: Liquibase / Flyway - 1-3 years of experience
Reactive Programming / Futures - 1-3 years of experience
Static Code Analysis Tools: Sonar, PMD, Checkstyle, etc. - 1-3 years of experience
Azure DevOps - less than 1 year of experience

Education & certifications

Studies: Certified Studies (Minimum).

Languages

Languages: English MANDATORY

English: Upper-Intermediate (B2) level required.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Rate: up to 280/day.

The role

Profile: Backend Java Developer.

We are looking for a Senior Java Developer to join our team and work on the design, development and evolution of microservices-based applications.

About TheWhiteam

TheWhiteam is an IT services and consulting company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, specializing in enterprise technology solutions, particularly around SAP, cloud infrastructure, data analytics, and custom software development. The company serves clients across sectors such as banking, energy, retail, and automotive, offering both project-based consulting and managed services. With a strong focus on SAP implementations and migrations, TheWhiteam has built a reputation as a reliable partner for complex enterprise transformations.

TheWhiteam has a significant presence in Spain, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, and offers a mix of hybrid and fully remote roles across the country. The company is known for its flexible work arrangements, including 100% remote positions for many roles, which is attractive to international professionals. TheWhiteam actively hires consultants and developers with expertise in SAP, Java, Oracle, and cloud technologies, and provides opportunities for career growth in a dynamic, project-driven environment. For international candidates, the company offers a pathway to work in Spain's thriving tech sector, with many roles requiring Spanish language skills, though some technical positions may be accessible to English speakers.

Industry: IT Services
Founded: 2015
Employees: 100–500
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

TheWhiteam offers many 100% remote roles across Spain, which can be ideal for international professionals seeking flexibility.
The company has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, providing opportunities for in-person collaboration if desired.
Most roles require Spanish language proficiency, so international candidates should have at least conversational Spanish.
TheWhiteam works with clients in banking, energy, and retail, offering exposure to large-scale enterprise projects.
The company provides a hybrid work model for some roles, with 2 days per week in the office, which can help with integration.

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