Associate Developer (Java-Backend) Job at European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (Sofia)

Associate Developer (Java-Backend)

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

Location:
Bulgaria , Sofia

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Step into a high-impact role where Java mastery meets real-world complexity. You'll be building enterprise-grade, cloud-native applications using Java 17+, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture. Driving clean code, smart design, and performance at scale. From RESTful APIs to custom integrations and scalable data solutions, you’ll own the full development lifecycle and operate with real autonomy. If writing elegant, maintainable code and solving complex software problems are your strengths, this role will feel like home. But it’s more than just code. You’ll lead on quality, through robust testing, TDD/BDD, and CI/CD automation, while also ensuring your solutions perform in production with security, observability, and resilience in mind. You’ll collaborate across architecture, DevOps, and cloud teams (Azure, Kubernetes, Docker) to deliver scalable systems that make a real difference. If you’re ready to take the reins and shape the future of enterprise Java applications, this is your moment.

Job Responsibility:

Enables the design, development, testing, and maintenance of high-quality software solutions, operating without supervision
Writes clear, maintainable, and well-documented code
Develops and maintains RESTful APIs and microservices, ensuring scalability and maintainability
Integrates third-party services and APIs
Implements data storage solutions (e.g., relational and NoSQL databases)
Performs debugging and troubleshooting to resolve software issues
Responsible for code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices for Java development
Writes unit and integration tests using frameworks like JUnit and Mockito to ensure code quality
Manages complexity holistically by implementing automated testing frameworks and tools to ensure the reliability and performance of Java solutions
Follows test-driven development (TDD) and behaviour-driven development (BDD) practices where applicable
Ensures non-functional requirements such as performance, security, and scalability are met
Participates in the deployment and release processes, ensuring smooth rollouts of new features
Monitors production systems, investigates issues, and provides timely resolutions
Maintains clear documentation of code and processes specific to Java, following established guidelines
Provides ongoing support and troubleshooting for Java solutions
Automates repetitive tasks and improves development workflows using scripting and DevOps practices
Develops and maintains RESTful APIs for Java solutions
Designs and implements custom connectors and integrations with external systems for Java
Assists in designing robust and scalable system architectures that align with organisational needs
Contributes to the design and implementation of data models and schemas for Java solutions
Evaluates and recommends best practices for integrating Java with external systems and third-party services

Requirements:

Educated to degree level or equivalent, with a qualification in an IT, engineering, or scientific discipline
Extensive working experience in Java (Java 17 or later) and Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data)
Extensive working experience in developing and optimising RESTful APIs and microservices
Extensive working experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-native application development
Confident working with relational databases (Azure SQL) and ORM frameworks like Hibernate
Confident working with messaging systems such as ActiveMQ or Azure Service Bus
A solid understanding of software development principles, with experience in system design and architecture
Extensive working experience in writing unit and integration tests using JUnit, Mockito, and test-driven development (TDD)
Extensive working experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, and deployments
Confident working with load testing and performance tuning for high-traffic applications
Extensive working experience in deploying and maintaining applications in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
Extensive working experience of monitoring tools like Azure Monitor and Application Insights, and application logging strategies
Extensive working experience in documenting software design, system architecture, and API contracts using OpenAPI specification
Extensive working experience of microservices architecture, event-driven design, and distributed systems
Extensive working experience in application authentication protocols (OAuth 2.0, JWT), and security best practices
Confident to make architectural decisions considering scalability, reliability, and maintainability
Solid understanding of caching strategies (Hazelcast, Redis) and database performance tuning techniques
Self-starting, highly disciplined individual with strong analytical and critical thinking skills gained from hands on experience in response to technical requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate appropriate, concise, and accurate information to a wide variety of audiences both within and outside of the EBRD
Excellent people skills, in particular service orientation, organisational awareness and people empathy
Fluency in written and spoken English
Ability to operate sensitively and effectively in a multicultural environment

What we offer:

Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in
A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity
We offer hybrid and flexible working arrangements and believe we operate at our best when collaborating 3 days a week in person (minimum)
An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do
A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 25, 2025

Expiration:
January 12, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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Associate Developer (Java-Backend)

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

Location:
Bulgaria , Sofia

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 25, 2025

Expiration:
January 12, 2026

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