SilverRail
Technology
SoftwareEngineer(Java,back-end)
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“Software Engineer (Java, back-end) at SilverRail. Skills: Java development, Back-end services, API design, Scalable architecture. Analyse business requirements. Analyse technical requirements”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Three or more years of hands-on software development experience, Knowledge of Java 17+, Knowledge of Spring, Knowledge of Spring Boot, Knowledge of Hibernate or equivalent ORM, Experience with relational databases like MySQL, Experience building JSON and XML APIs, Experience working in an Agile (Scrum) environment, Experience using Git SCM, Experience using CI/CD pipelines
Nice to Have
NoSQL databases experience is a bonus, Knowledge of RESTful principles is a plus, GitLab experience would be beneficial, Experience with AWS would be beneficial, Experience with Docker would be beneficial, Experience with Kubernetes would be beneficial, Experience with micro-service architectures, Experience with SaaS architectures, Event Driven Architecture concepts a plus, Domain-driven design concepts a plus
What You'll Do.
Analyse business requirements
Analyse technical requirements
Design software components
Develop software components
Test software components
Maintain software components
Contribute to application design
Contribute to service design
Perform integration testing
Troubleshoot software
Collaborate with Product Owners
Collaborate with QA Engineers
Collaborate with development teams
Participate in code reviews
Participate in technical discussions
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Provide technical guidance
Mentor junior team members
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Agile delivery environment; Cross-functional teams; Product Owners; QA Engineers; Fellow developers
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication
Process & Methodology
Agile, Scrum
Full Job Description
Software Engineer Who We Are and What We Do At SilverRail, we're on a mission to reshape the way the world travels, and we're inviting you to be part of this journey. Rail is becoming the go-to choice for short and medium-haul travel worldwide, and we're here to help make it happen. In the face of the ongoing climate crisis, our vision is crystal clear. We are transforming the online customer experience for rail travel, making it easier than ever for customers to find, buy and use rail. Our cutting-edge technology is the backbone of rail and travel agencies worldwide, making it effortless for travellers to choose the eco-friendly option and reduce their carbon footprint. We have more than 15 years of trailblazing success behind us, and our teams are spread across the globe, with bases in London, Boston, Brisbane, and Stockholm. We thrive on the philosophy of 'fail-fast-fail-early,' which drives us to find ingenious solutions to complex challenges. Join us, and help shape the future of travel! The Role As a Software Engineer, you will play an important role in the design, development, and maintenance of scalable applications and services, working closely with Product Owners, QA Engineers, Architects, and fellow developers throughout the software development lifecycle. You will contribute to translating business requirements into high-quality technical solutions that deliver value to customers and stakeholders. You will be responsible for developing clean, maintainable, and efficient code using modern engineering practices and technologies, with a strong focus on application performance, reliability, scalability, and security. The role requires active participation in technical discussions, solution design, code reviews, testing activities, and continuous improvement initiatives within an Agile delivery environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience in software development, excellent problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset. You will
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