Description
**Role description**
We are looking for the very Top Talent…and we would be delighted if you were to join our 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 on digital technology services, and we provide large\-scale technologic solutions to big companies.
**What we look for?**
We are seeking a Developer Analyst with a minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar role, specialized in backend development with Java and event-driven architectures.
The ideal candidate must have solid experience in:
Apache Kafka (advanced level, 5\-6 years) – Mandatory
Java 8\+ / J2EE (advanced level)
Spring Boot and microservices architecture
JPA and persistence frameworks
Functional programming
Software design and good development practices
Testing (TDD/BDD)
PostgreSQL, Oracle, and MongoDB databases
Agile methodologies (Scrum)
English at B2 level or higher. Additional knowledge of Reactive Programming and OpenAPI/OAS3 (API design) will be valued.
**Main tasks and accountabilities will be:**
Design, develop, and maintain Java-based microservices using Spring Boot.
Implement and support event\-driven solutions using Apache Kafka.
Develop scalable, robust, and maintainable backend applications following software engineering best practices.
Design and optimize the persistence layer using JPA and relational and NoSQL databases.
Participate in software architecture and design decisions.
Ensure code quality through TDD/BDD practices.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in Agile/Scrum environments.
Contribute to continuous improvement and technological evolution of the project.
Participate in the 24/7 on-call rotation service, approximately one week every 3–4 months.
**What do we expect from you?**
Minimum 4 years of experience in a similar development and analysis role.
Proven advanced experience in:
Apache Kafka
Java 8\+ and J2EE
Spring Boot
JPA
Microservices architecture
PostgreSQL, Oracle, and MongoDB
TDD/BDD testing
Solid understanding of software design principles and development best practices.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies, especially Scrum.
Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
Good English communication skills (minimum B2\).
Willingness to participate in the 24x7 support and on-call model.
Additional assets include:
Reactive Programming
OpenAPI / OAS3
Any other knowledge or experience adding value to the project.
**Work Location**
100% remote (Spain)
**Work Schedule**
Business hours.
Participate in the 24/7 on-call rotation service, approximately one week every 3–4 months.
**What can we offer?**
23 days of Annual Leave plus the 24th and 31st of December as discretionary days!
Numerous benefits (Health Care Plan, teleworking compensation, Life and Accident Insurances).
\`Flexible Compensation´ Program: (Meals, Kinder Garden, Transport, online English lessons, Health Care Plan…)
Free access to several training platforms
Professional stability and career plans
UST also compensates referrals from which you could benefit when you refer professionals.
The option to pick between 12 or 14 payments along the year.
Real Work Life Balance measures (flexibility, WFH or remote work policy, compacted hours during summertime…)
UST Club Platform discounts and gym Access discounts
If you would like to know more, don’t hesitate to apply and we’ll get in touch to fill you in detail. We are waiting for you!
In 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, so we are interested in hiring people with disability certificate.
**Skills**
Java, Spring Boot, JPA, Apache Kafka, PostgreSQL, Oracle, BDD, Scrum, MongoDB, Microservices, Reactive Programming
Tarjetero skills:
* Apache Kafka (advanced level, 5\-6 years).
* Advanced experience in Java 8\+ / J2EE, Spring Boot, JPA
* Microservices Architecture
* PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB
* TDD/BDD Testing
* Experience in the banking sector
**About UST**
UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future\-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.