Senior Java Backend Engineer

About the role

Nexthink is in search of an experienced Senior Java Engineer who is eager to learn and innovate. This role is essential for challenging existing norms and advancing Nexthink's digital employee experience. The ideal candidate will be driven by both the product and the technology stack, with a strong ability to create scalable software solutions within an agile framework.

In this position, you will be responsible for designing, building, and delivering large-scale, resilient, and scalable distributed services that handle billions of events. You will utilize modern cloud-native features and techniques to enhance the reliability and efficiency of our platforms. Your contributions will play a critical role in shaping our product and engineering DevOps practices, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Develop, test, and implement Nexthink's data platform while accelerating data onboarding processes.
• Collaborate closely with Product Management and other Engineering teams to uphold high-quality standards in a fast-paced, iterative environment.
• Work alongside architects to design and deliver scalable software solutions.
• Actively engage in the technology roadmap to align with business objectives.
• Advocate for enhancements in product quality, security, and performance.
• Promote best practices within the team to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Deliver complex features and enhancements to the platform.
• Address Level 3 support requests in collaboration with team members.
• Participate in agile methodologies and actively engage in various team ceremonies.
• Ensure that all deliverables meet the required standards for quality and performance.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience as a Java developer, particularly in SaaS projects.
• Strong familiarity with microservices frameworks; experience with Micronaut or Spring framework is advantageous.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or equivalent) is required; a Master's degree is preferred.
• Proficient in messaging systems, with Kafka experience being highly valued.
• Understanding of streaming services and distributed caching mechanisms is a plus.
• Experience with AWS or similar cloud service providers is essential.
• Familiarity with unit, integration, and end-to-end testing methodologies.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes is beneficial.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are a must.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational abilities and a positive, solution-oriented attitude.
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written.

Nice to have

• Experience with container orchestration and service mesh technologies.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools to enhance system observability.
• Knowledge of security best practices in software development.

Skills & tools

• Java
• Microservices (Micronaut, Spring)
• AWS or other cloud platforms
• Kafka
• CI/CD tools
• Docker and Kubernetes
• Unit and integration testing frameworks

Practical notes

Nexthink is recognized as a pioneer in the digital employee experience (DEX) sector, transforming how organizations manage their IT environments. Our innovative solutions provide real-time analytics, automation, and employee feedback across all endpoints, empowering IT teams to tackle complex challenges and enhance workplace productivity. With over 1,200 employees across five continents, we foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, uniting diverse talents from more than 75 nationalities.

We offer a permanent contract along with a competitive salary package. Our office, located conveniently next to the Prilly-Malley train station, boasts a pleasant working environment. Employees benefit from flexible working hours and an unlimited vacation policy, in addition to the standard 25 days of holidays and three company-sponsored volunteer days.

Additional perks include access to a fitness center within the building, reimbursement for half-fare public transport cards, and financial support for French language classes. Employees can also enjoy fresh fruit, cookies, and soft drinks in the office. We regularly organize team-building activities, company events, and meetups to foster a strong community. Furthermore, we provide bonuses for successful employee referrals after three months of continuous employment and offer a relocation package for international candidates.

Please note that not all benefits are applicable to temporary, contract, or internship roles. For the most current information, it is recommended to consult with your Recruitment Partner.

Nexthink stands as a leader in digital employee experience management software, offering IT leaders unparalleled insights to identify and resolve issues impacting employees across various applications and networks. As the first solution enabling IT teams to shift from reactive problem-solving to proactive optimization, Nexthink serves over 1,500 clients, enhancing the digital experiences of more than 25 million employees. With dual headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland, and Boston, Massachusetts, Nexthink operates nine offices globally.