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Nova Hunte

Java Back-End Developer

Hybrid

Brussels, Belgium

Senior

Freelance

01-12-2025

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Skills

Communication Java Kotlin Jira MongoDB PostgreSQL Docker Kubernetes Test Security Testing Architecture Databases Back-end Development Confluence Spring Hibernate Spring Boot Maven Microservices

Job Specifications

Do you have 10+ years of Expert-level experience in Java Back-End Development? Apply now for a long-term contract opportunity with a client in Brussels.

Requirements:

10+ years of specific expertise in Back-End technologies, including Vert.x, Kotlin, Java (> 17), Spring Boot (WebFlux), and Hibernate.
6+ years of specific expertise in Microservices Architecture, API-driven Development, and secure messaging protocols like AS4.
6+ years of specific expertise with Databases: MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Virtuoso Triple Store, and OpenSearch.
6+ years of specific expertise in Containerisation & Orchestration (Docker and Kubernetes).
6+ years of specific expertise in Security Testing & Dependency Management using tools like SAST, DAST, Fortify, SonarQube, Sonatype, Dependency-Track, and Maven.
5+ years of experience in Security standards, including OpenID Connect, OAuth2, TLS, and Keycloak.
10+ years of specific expertise in Collaboration & Productivity Tools like JIRA, Confluence, Office 365, and SharePoint.
Soft Skills: Ability to apply high quality standards, good communication skills, capable of rapid self-starting, and ability to adapt to changes in a multicultural environment.
Languages: English (fluent)

Job Description:

Lead the development of back-end website applications and implement core business logic.
Design and develop APIs and integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
Design and implement data storage solutions by creating servers and databases for application functionality.
Ensure the understanding and implementation of security and data protection measures.
Optimise applications for maximum speed and scalability, and participate in the design of scalable software.
Maintain code integrity and organisation by writing clean, functional code on the back-end.
Troubleshoot problems, identify areas for improvement, and test/fix bugs.
Take the lead on projects as needed and write necessary technical documentation.

About the Company

Our mission is to unleash human capital and prepare your business for the future. With 23+ years of industry expertise, we specialise in tech recruitment, AI consulting, and leadership development. UK-based with global reach, and strong European roots, we bridge legacy systems with emerging technologies. Send us your CV apply@novahunte.com Our Values: Human-Centric Precision Urgency Growth IT / Tech Positions we recruit for: Infrastructure & Security AI & Emerging Technologies Enterprise Software Platforms Softwa... Know more