Java Developer (m⁠/⁠f⁠/⁠d) – Expert

Your work duties and responsibilities include:

• Analysis and solution design – You participate in analysing business requirements, translating them into technical specifications, and designing application architecture in Java.
• Development and system maintenance – You develop new modules, extend existing functionality, and ensure their smooth and stable operation.
• Code quality and testing – You ensure solution quality through unit and regression tests, code reviews, and process automation.
• Collaboration and knowledge sharing – You work closely with colleagues, share your expertise, and contribute to continuous process improvement.
• Documentation – You create and maintain both technical and user documentation for the solutions you build.
• Development coordination – When needed, you take ownership of a team or the technical workstream of a project, guiding colleagues and supporting their professional growth.

Technologies and tools you may encounter:

• Languages and frameworks: Java 11, Java 17, Java 21, Spring, Maven
• Build, deployment and integration: Nexus, JBoss, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes
• Web services and cloud: SOAP/REST Web Services, Cloud
• Databases: DB2, Oracle, PostgreSQL
• IDEs and version control: Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, Windows OS, Git (Bitbucket)
• Collaboration tools: Jira, Confluence, Microsoft 365

Key skills (MUST HAVE):

• Completed education or degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field
• At least 8 years of hands-on Java development experience
• Practical experience with software architecture design
• Fluent German (minimum C1)
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively within a team
• Solution-oriented mindset with a drive for continuous improvement

We also appreciate (NICE TO HAVE):

• Experience with agile development methodologies and the insurance industry
• Upper-intermediate English (minimum B2)
• Willingness to travel occasionally to international workshops or project meetings (approx. 10 days per year)

• Salary from €3,100 gross per month – the exact amount depends on your experience and will be mutually agreed
• Motivational rewards and bonuses (e.g. a Christmas bonus of up to one month’s base salary)
• Meal allowance above the statutory minimum
• Contribution to supplementary pension savings (3rd pillar)
• Hobby allowance of €200 per year
• 5 additional days of holiday above the statutory entitlement, plus a paid day off on New Year’s Eve
• Work from home or the office – you choose
• Flexible working hours
• Internal and external training
• Free German and English courses with the chance to earn a bonus
• A personal and friendly approach
• Team sports activities
• Healthy snacks, quality coffee and tea

We know that we are not the only ones who choose. You choose your future workplace too. Here’s why you should work with us:

• Your story is important to us and we want you to feel special. At msg life Slovakia, you can count on a tailor-made approach.
• You will join the team of an international IT company with offices around the world. We work with more than 350 satisfied employees in Slovakia, some of whom have been with us for more than 20 years.
• You will join a company that analyzes, develops and tests intelligent software solutions in the insurance services industry. During 25 years on the market, we have implemented more than 100 successful projects. We have high ambitions and are constantly working on ourselves. We improve the working environment and are committed to social responsibility, sustainability and diversity.
• You’ll enjoy our friendly colleagues and great atmosphere, not only at work, but also at breakfast and sports activities. Our employees appreciate it and have placed msg life in the top ten of the prestigious Best Employer ranking in the IT and Telecommunications category for two years in a row.
• You can choose to work from the office, from home or hybrid. We do everything we can to create a comfortable working environment for you. We also have more than 70 other diverse company benefits for you.