Java Software Engineer at SYNTAX IT Group

Athens, Attica, Greece -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Java, Java Web Development, OOP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, JSP, JSF, Apache Struts, GWT, Apache Wicket, SOLID, KISS, DRY, Agile, Scrum

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

SYNTAX IT Group is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Java Software Engineer to join our dynamic team, working on software solutions for the insurance sector. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Java Web development and a solid understanding of modern software engineering practices, including object-oriented programming, web technologies, testing, and clean coding principles. We value technical excellence, collaboration, and a continuous improvement mindset. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, work in an Agile environment, and grow within a team that fosters innovation, teamwork, and knowledge sharing. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java Web applications. Collaborate with product owners, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to analyze requirements and deliver effective software solutions. Develop and enhance front-end components using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and related web technologies. Participate in unit and integration testing activities to ensure software quality and reliability. Contribute to code reviews, troubleshooting, debugging, and continuous improvement of existing applications. Work closely with team members in an Agile/Scrum environment, contributing to planning, estimation, and delivery activities. Support application maintenance, issue resolution, and performance optimization efforts. Continuously learn and adopt new technologies, frameworks, and development practices. Contribute to technical documentation, knowledge sharing, and team collaboration initiatives. Skills & Qualifications: Hands-on experience in Java Web Development using technologies such as JSP, JSF, Apache Struts, GWT, Apache Wicket, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript. Strong knowledge of Java and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles such as inheritance, encapsulation, and abstraction. Basic understanding of unit and integration testing practices (no preference on tools). Familiarity with coding principles and best practices such as SOLID, KISS, and DRY. Basic understanding of Agile way-of-working / Scrum methodologies. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. Nice to have: Basic knowledge of TypeScript / Angular Basic knowledge of Groovy Solid understanding of coding principles and best practices Solid experience with testing using Spock Basic knowledge of testing frameworks/tools such as Playwright and Cucumber Basic knowledge of Bootstrap Basic familiarity with CMS platforms (any kind) Basic understanding of the insurance domain Additional Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, both orally and written in Greek and English. Enthusiast about coding, programming challenges, and problem solving. Strong time management and collaboration skills. Willingness to share knowledge and mentor team members. Why SYNTAX? Career Development: Access opportunities to contribute to exciting new projects and evolve in your professional journey. Continual Learning: We provide a huge amount of learning opportunities due to the solutions we provide and the partnerships we have. Team Environment: Join a supportive and dynamic work environment that fosters strong working relationships. Work-Life Balance: Your well-being is our priority, allowing you to excel both at work and in your personal endeavors. Innovation: Join a stimulating environment where innovation is nurtured, providing a platform for your creative solutions to make a real impact. SYNTAX IT Group is a leading Information Technology Consulting Organization operating since 1984 in Greece, in the Arabian Gulf and in the EU. For more than 40 years SYNTAX provides Consulting and Professional Services to a customer base that includes the largest corporations in Finance, Telecoms, Energy, Oil, Manufacturing, Transportation and in the Public Sector. We offer a competitive remuneration package directly associated with your skills and expertise and the opportunity to evolve your career in the most dynamic business areas in today’s international marketplace. Please note that you will be contacted only if you are shortlisted for an interview. We appreciate your understanding. The applications will be handled with high confidentiality. *Please make sure to read our Recruitment Privacy Policy| https://rb.gy/clrwg5

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java Web applications for the insurance sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver software solutions and optimize application performance.