Senior Java Software Engineer (RT-DMS project)
Wroclaw, PL, 51-502
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
At Volvo Group Digital & IT you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large. You will:
- Be a Tech Lead (Senior Java developer) in the RT-DMS team.
- Actively participate in planning, developing, and implementing back-end solutions
- Be a mentor for other developers.
Who are you?
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
- Your transparency, commitment, collaborative attitude, and reliability make your colleagues and customers trust you
- You have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- You take responsibility for your choices in the initiatives you are involved in
- Test & learn is your second nature, as well as a proactive search for efficient & modern solutions with great user experience
Technical Skills
- Core Java & JVM: Expert-level proficiency in Java (Java 8+), with a deep understanding of JVM internals, memory management, and performance tuning.
- Frameworks & Libraries: Strong experience with Spring (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Spring Data), Hibernate/JPA, and related enterprise libraries.
- Microservices & APIs: Proven experience designing, developing, and maintaining microservices architectures and RESTful APIs. Exposure to gRPC and event-driven architectures is a plus.
- Databases: Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle)
- Cloud & DevOps: Experience deploying and managing applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Testing & Quality: Strong knowledge of unit testing, integration testing, TDD/BDD practices (JUnit, Mockito, Cucumber).
- Version Control & Collaboration: Proficiency with Git, branching strategies, and code review practices.
Architecture & Leadership
- Experience designing scalable, high-availability, and maintainable enterprise systems.
- Ability to perform architectural reviews, evaluate design trade-offs, and ensure adherence to best practices.
- Strong experience in code quality, refactoring, and technical debt management.
- Ability to set technical direction and guide the team in adopting best practices, patterns, and tools.
- Hands-on in coding while mentoring the team — leading by example.
Agile & Team Collaboration
- Deep understanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies and experience working in cross-functional teams.
- Actively participates in grooming, sprint planning, daily standups, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Ability to break down complex features into smaller deliverables and define clear acceptance criteria.
- Works closely with Product Owner, Scrum Master, QA, and stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery.
- Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Soft Skills & Mindset
- Mentorship: Proven ability to mentor, coach, and uplift junior and mid-level developers.
- Problem-solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, especially under pressure.
- Ownership & Accountability: Takes responsibility for project outcomes, not just code.
- Continuous Learning: Keeps up with evolving technologies, frameworks, and industry best practices.
- Collaboration: Encourages teamwork, open communication, and knowledge sharing.
Experience
- 7+ years of professional Java development experience.
- 2+ years in a Tech Lead or Senior Developer role with team leadership responsibilities.
- Demonstrated track record of delivering complex enterprise systems in production environments.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
- Collaborative environment in Swedish organizational culture
- Work life balance: we make sure you enjoy quality time away from work
- Hybrid work opportunities, employment contract and flexible working hours
- Clear career path & extensive development opportunities
- Private healthcare
- Volvo League: We run team games in various sports
- Participation in international projects and different trainings
- Unlimited access to learning including Azure academy, Pluralsight and many more.
Ready for the next move?
If you want to make a real impact in your career, the transportation business is where you want to be. We look forward to meeting you.
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Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Group Digital & IT is the hub for digital development within Volvo Group. Imagine yourself working with cutting-edge technologies in a global team, represented in more than 30 countries. We are dedicated to leading the way of tomorrow’s transport solutions, guided by a strong customer mindset and high level of curiosity, both as individuals and as a team. Here, you will thrive in your career in an environment where your voice is heard and your ideas matter.