[GTC] Senior Back-end Software Engineer (Java + JSP)

Software Mind develops solutions that make an impact for companies around the globe. Tech giants & unicorns, transformative projects, emerging technologies and limitless opportunities – these are a few words that describe an average day for us. Building cross-functional engineering teams that take ownership and crave more means we’re always on the lookout for talented people who bring passion and creativity to every project. Our culture embraces openness, acts with respect, shows grit & guts and combines employment with enjoyment.

We are seeking an experienced developer with strong JSP and CSS expertise to work on the modernization of our trade finance platform's user interface. The ideal candidate will transform our legacy system into a vibrant, modern application while maintaining functionality and enhancing user experience.

Our client is a Swiss-headquartered software development and IT services company, supporting a global customer base through offices in Geneva, London, Singapore, and Houston. It offers digital network and workflow solutions that overcome the shortcomings of today’s trade finance ecosystem, accelerating efficiency gains, providing a benchmark data reference for the industry, and delivering best-in-class value to end users through four product lines.

Position – how you’ll contribute

• Lead the modernization of a legacy JSP-based trade finance system, revamping it with modern UI/UX principles while maintaining robust backend functionality.
• Develop and maintain scalable, high-quality Java-based backend applications in a complex enterprise environment.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand workflows and user needs, translating them into technical solutions.
• Work independently to implement features and improvements, even when specifications are incomplete.
• Ensure high standards of code quality, performance, and security throughout the development lifecycle.
• Identify opportunities for architectural or UI/UX improvements and proactively propose solutions.

Expectations – the experience you need

• 5+ years of experience as a Java Developer, with a proven track record in building scalable, high-quality backend applications.
• Experience with the Spring Framework and Java REST APIs.
• Proficiency with SQL and relational databases.
• Previous experience with JSP and frontend technologies such as HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
• Familiarity with SOLID and Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles.
• Experience in UI/UX improvements, particularly in transitioning from legacy interfaces to modern designs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Additional skills – the edge you have

• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proactive approach to identifying and solving problems.
• Strong communication skills to articulate design recommendations.
• Adaptable to changing requirements and priorities.
• Collaborative team player who can also work autonomously.
• Experience in financial services or trade finance is a plus.

Why us? Because there are many perks waiting for you:

• New technologies & experience working on international projects;
• Flexible working hours and remote work;
• An agile, supportive, and non-bureaucratic organizational culture;
• Monthly Lunch Tickets received on card;
• Additional medical insurance, paid self-development leaves and sports membership reimbursement;
• Paid Team Building Activities based on Projects and Interests;
• More intriguing benefits will be revealed during our online interviews...

Position at: Software Mind Moldova