Senior Java Developer

Kindgeek is looking for a Senior Java Developer to build a modern platform for one of Switzerland’s top-ranked universities. You’ll work on a system that powers research insights and campus operations across multiple faculties.
The project offers complex business logic, real technical challenges, and the opportunity to shape a product used by a large number of researchers and students. If you’re looking for impact, ownership, and a long-term project that keeps evolving — with a client open to modern tech and new ideas — don't hesitate and join us!
As a Senior Java Developer, you will:

• Contribute to implementing solution code with great attention to detail while fulfilling Java development best practices;
• Write reusable and testable code, create functional and practical technical documentation;
  
• Design and architect scalable solutions that integrate across different technologies;
• Find simple solutions for complex business tasks through well-thought-out technical approaches;
• Work with business analysts to create effective and reliable work estimates;
  
• Proactively address technical issues and risks that can impact the project roadmap and the integrity of the application environment.
  We are looking for a Senior Java Developer who has:
• More than 5 years of relevant experience in the IT industry;
• Excellent Java Core;
• Advanced experience in SQL, knowledge of PostgreSQL is a plus;
• Advanced experience working with JPA implementations, Hibernate in particular;
• Excellent Spring stack understanding: Data, Spring Core, MVC, Security, Boot;
• Experience in Single Sign-On (SSO) technology;
• Proficiency in writing and maintaining unit and integration tests;
• Expertise in architectural patterns and experience in building end-to-end functionality and modules from scratch;
• Experience in building and maintaining high-load systems.
  Would be a plus:
• Experience in EdTech or academic publishing, as well as a PhD (or similar research degree), would be a plus for understanding scientific publication workflows.
  What will you get with Kindgeek
  We want you to thrive and feel supported
  
• Professional growth: at Kindgeek, we want our employees to grow and achieve ambitious professional goals. We support professional development with training and certification refunds and provide regular feedback and technical reviews.
• Benefits package: Kindgeek offers all team members competitive compensation and a benefits package that includes 18 working days of fully paid vacation, 10 compensated by 50% sick leaves without a note from the doctor, and an opportunity to take study leaves. Depending on how long you stay in the company, you can receive different health insurance packages from our partners.
• Personal growth: as a part of our team, you will have access to corporate English courses with a 50% reimbursement, take advantage of our offline library and access a large selection of corporate training and classes. Also, every employee can request any internal or external training or certification if it applies to his or her work responsibilities.
• Geek community: at Kindgeek, we value community – even in the full-scale invasion times, we take every opportunity to stick together. Our geeks organise various online and offline clubs – from stretching and skiing to English. We volunteer together and support each other.
• Flexibility: Kindgeek offers a hybrid working model. Team members can work remotely or from the office or Kindgeek London Hub – an innovative cafe-style co-working in Lviv (it's pet-friendly!).
  
  We encourage you to apply
  At Kindgeek, we encourage everyone to apply – regardless of nationality, race, gender, marital status, disability, sexual identity, or religion. We are growing into an inclusive, equal-opportunity company where only professionalism, competence, and ideas matter. We are committed to supporting mobilised employees and veterans joining Kindgeek and facilitating their career development. We aim to bring equal opportunities to all team members and candidates – especially those underrepresented in technological companies.