Java Software Engineer
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Location: Sweden
Role Type: Full-Time / Contract
Sector: Technology & Digital Transformation
About the Role:
We are looking for highly skilled "Java Software Engineers" who are passionate about building scalable, high-performance applications. You will be responsible for the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment. Our clients range from innovative startups to Fortune 500 enterprises in different sectors.
What You Will Do:
Architect & Develop: Design and build high-availability, low-latency applications using Java/J2EE.
Microservices: Create and maintain robust microservices architectures using Spring Boot.
API Integration: Design and implement RESTful APIs to connect with various third-party services and internal databases.
Cloud Deployment: Work within cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) to ensure seamless scalability.
Code Quality: Write clean, testable, and efficient code while conducting thorough peer code reviews.
Collaboration: Work alongside cross-functional teams (Product, UX/UI, DevOps) to deliver high-quality digital products.
Who You Are (Required Qualifications):
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Technical Mastery: 4+ years of professional experience in Java development (Java 11/17+ preferred).
Frameworks: Extensive experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data).
Database Knowledge: Proficiency in SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and experience with NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra).
DevOps Tools: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI), Docker, and Kubernetes.
Testing: Strong experience with JUnit, Mockito, or integration testing frameworks.
Language: Fluent written and spoken Swedish and English.
Preferred Skills (The "Plus" List)
Experience with Kafka or RabbitMQ for event-driven architecture.
Knowledge of Front-end technologies (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
Experience with TDD (Test Driven Development) or DDD (Domain Driven Design).
About SPERTON:
Sperton is a recruitment and consulting company with an international focus. We are committed to helping our clients succeed in their hiring processes and finding the right people for the right positions. This role is part of our Reverse Marketing Program.
What this means for you: Instead of simply applying for a single static vacancy, by applying for this position, you are engaging Sperton to advocate for you. If you meet the technical bar, our expert consultants will proactively present your "blind" professional profile (removing personal identifiers) to our extensive network of Tier 1 clients and global partners who are seeking your specific Java expertise.
Our goal is to find the perfect cultural and technical match for your career goals, rather than fitting you into a single box.
Why Apply Through Sperton?
Visibility: Get your profile in front of decision-makers at multiple top-tier companies simultaneously.
Advocacy: We act as your professional agent, negotiating on your behalf to ensure competitive compensation and growth opportunities.
Global Reach: Access opportunities across the Nordics, Europe, and the U.S. through our international office network.
- Department
- Information Technology
- Role
- Software Engineer
- Locations
- Sweden
- Job location
- Sweden
Colleagues
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
