Junior Java Developer

Introduction
As an Application Developer you will lead IBM into the future by translating system requirements into the design and development of customized systems in an agile environment. The success of IBM is in your hands as you transform vital business needs into code and drive innovation. Your work will power IBM and its clients globally collaborating and integrating code into enterprise systems. You will have access to the latest education tools and technology and a limitless career path with the world’s technology leader. Come to IBM and make a global impact!

Your Role and Responsibilities

Your responsibilities:

• Key Responsibilities:

• Learn and apply Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban in a collaborative environment.

• Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices.

• Write clean maintainable and efficient code following industry standards.

• Debug and troubleshoot software issues under the guidance of senior team members.

• Assist in the design and implementation of new features and functionalities.

• Collaborate with senior developers and team members to develop test and maintain Java applications.

What can you expect of us?

• Salary starting between 1850 EUR gross depending on relevant experience 
and language proficiency
• Additional Days Off
• Flexible Working Conditions
• 100% Paid Sick Leave
• Critical Illness Insurance Life & Disability insurance Medical Center
• Personal & Career Development
• And many more: ibm.biz/benefits2021

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

Key Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in Java development including internships or academic projects.

• Familiarity with Java SE (Java 8+) and a basic understanding of object-oriented programming principles.

• Exposure to Java backend programming including basic concepts of REST and SOAP.

• Knowledge of at least one Java framework such as Spring Quarkus or Jakarta EE.

• Familiarity with modern Java build tools like Maven or Gradle.

• Understanding of basic microservice architecture principles and tools like Docker or Kubernetes.

• Exposure to RESTful web services and API design.

• Basic understanding of SQL and experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL MySQL or Oracle.

• Familiarity with version control systems preferably Git.

Development Tools and Practices:

• Exposure to development tools such as Eclipse IDE Visual Studio Code or similar.

• Awareness of Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and tools like Jira or Trello.

• Willingness to learn and work with cloud platforms (AWS Azure or Google Cloud).

Soft Skills:

• Strong willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

• Good communication and collaboration skills.

• A proactive mindset with attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Nice to Have:

• The ability to communicate in German is a major advantage.

• Basic knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML CSS or JavaScript.

• Familiarity with Angular React or Vue.js.

• Exposure to DevOps concepts like CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins GitLab CI or GitHub Actions).

• Interest in learning Event-Driven Architecture using tools like Apache Kafka or RabbitMQ.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
.listed above