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Senior Java Developer

Remote, Madrid·Added 1 month ago

UST

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Overview

Payments
12 or 14 salary payments a year
Work mode
Remote (Madrid)
English
Required
Experience
4+ years
Benefits
Flexible pay plan, gym access

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Skills

Requirements

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of Reactive Programming.
  • Experience with API design and specification standards (OAS3/OpenAPI).
  • Additional technical skills or experience that can bring value to the project.
  • Experience working in complex enterprise environments.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • 23 days of Annual Leave plus the 24th and 31st of December as discretionary days!
  • Numerous benefits (Health Care Plan, Internet Connectivity, Life and Accident Insurances).
  • Flexible Compensation Program (Meals, Kindergarten, Transport, Online English Lessons, Health Care Plan, and more).
  • Free access to several training platforms.
  • Professional stability and career development plans.
  • Referral Program with attractive rewards for successful referrals.
  • The option to choose between 12 or 14 salary payments per year.
  • Real Work-Life Balance measures (flexibility, remote work options, summer hours, and more).
  • UST Club Platform discounts and gym access discounts.

If you would like to know more, do not hesitate to apply and we'll get in touch to provide all the details. UST is waiting for you!

The role

We are still looking for the very Top Talent...and we would be delighted if you were to join our team!

We are currently looking for a Senior Developer (Java & Kafka) to join an exciting international project within a highly collaborative Agile environment.

A passionate and experienced software engineer with strong expertise in Java microservices architectures and Apache Kafka, eager to contribute to high-impact projects while working with modern technologies and best development practices.

What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices-based applications.
  • Develop and optimize event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka.
  • Apply software design principles and best practices to ensure high-quality solutions.
  • Implement and maintain applications using Java 8+ and Spring Boot.
  • Participate in code reviews, testing strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional Agile teams.
  • Contribute to software architecture decisions and technical designs.
  • Participate in the team's rotational 24/7 on-call support schedule (approximately one week every 3-4 months).

Mandatory Requirements

  • Minimum 4 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Minimum 4 years of professional experience working with Apache Kafka.
  • Strong experience with:
  • Java 8+
  • Spring Boot
  • Spring Framework
  • Microservices architecture
  • Functional Programming
  • JPA
  • Software Design
  • Testing methodologies (TDD and/or BDD)
  • Experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as:
  • PostgreSQL
  • Oracle
  • MongoDB
  • Knowledge of Agile methodologies, especially Scrum.
  • English level B2 or higher.
  • Availability to participate in a rotational 24/7 on-call support schedule.

Hiring process

3 steps3 interviews1–2 weeks in all
  1. Learning about who you are

    With recruitment team

    Conversation about your background and experience; for some roles, a sense of your technical proficiency.

  2. Understanding what makes you tick

    What motivates you, your working style and personality, and whether you would thrive in UST and client team dynamics.

  3. Final interview

    With future peers, sometimes leadership or the client

    Informal chat with your future peers about team fit; depending on the role, members of the leadership team or the client may join.

  • UST replies within 24 hours of the final interview.
  • Timing depends on everyone's availability.

About UST

UST is a global digital transformation and IT services company headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, USA. With over 30,000 employees worldwide, UST partners with major corporations across industries such as banking, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing to deliver technology solutions, including cloud, data analytics, and application development. The company has a strong global footprint with delivery centers across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

In Spain, UST has a significant presence in Málaga, where it operates a technology and innovation hub. The Málaga office is a key delivery center for European clients, offering roles in software engineering, data, and digital services. UST is known for its collaborative culture and investment in employee development, making it an attractive option for international professionals seeking to work in Spain's growing tech ecosystem.

Industry
Technology
Founded
1999
Employees
30,000
Headquarters
Alameda, USA
In Spain
Málaga
Website
ust.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • UST's Málaga office is part of a growing tech hub in southern Spain, offering a Mediterranean lifestyle with lower cost of living compared to Madrid or Barcelona.
  • The company provides visa and relocation support for international hires, as part of its global mobility programs.
  • UST emphasizes continuous learning and offers certifications and training in cloud, data, and engineering.
  • Málaga has a growing international community and is well-connected by air to major European cities, making it easy for expats to travel.
  • UST has a diverse workforce with employees from many nationalities, and English is commonly used in the Málaga office.

In their own words

About the company & team

More in details, UST is a multinational company based in North America, certified as a Top Employer and Great Place to Work company with over 35,000 employees all over the world and presence in more than 35 countries. We are leaders in digital technology services, providing large-scale technological solutions to leading global organizations.

Additional information

At UST, we are committed to equal opportunities in our selection processes and do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or nationality. We have a special commitment to Disability & Inclusion and actively encourage applications from candidates with disability certificates

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