Java SRE Engineer

📌 We’re looking for an experienced Java SRE Engineer to join a fast-paced, high-impact project in the financial / payments domain. You’ll be working on a large-scale, globally distributed platform that processes millions of transactions and powers critical payment flows used worldwide. The project focuses on performance, security, and scalability, with strong engineering standards and modern technologies. • Duration: 6 months (with an option to extend) • Start date of project: Immediate • Work Mode: Hybrid working – 3 days from office per week • Location: Warsaw, Poland or Gdansk • Client Interview: Yes • Travel Reimbursement: Not applicable • Years of experience: 5 to 7 yrs • Type of Employment: B2B Contract Details about the project they would be working on: • Payments Cloud Platform Mandatory skills: • SRE Experience • Knowledge/Experience in Core Java, GoLang, Kubernetes, DB2, MySQL, or equivalent database • Shell Scripting • Python Desired Skills: • Hadoop Ecosystem (Kafka, Spark, Scala, Hive) is a plus • OO design and design patterns is plus Preferred Qualifications • 3 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or more than 2 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) • Knowledge/Experience in AWS and other Cloud Technologies • Knowledge/Experience in Core Java • Knowledge/Experience in Golang • Knowledge/Experience in Kubernetes • Experience in OO design and design patterns is plus • Hands on in Hadoop Ecosystem (Kafka, Spark, Scala, Hive) is a plus • Hands on experience on DB2, MySQL, or equivalent database • Ability to understand and write complex Database queries • Ability to analyze thread dumps, heap dumps, garbage collection and other related JVM components • Ability to solve complex production problems and debug code • Working knowledge of production support processes such as incident/change/problem management, call triaging, escalation procedures and such • Experience in Shell Scripting • Experience in Python • Basic level knowledge on Akamai/Cloudflare, Active-Active setup Application • Deep understanding of SOA principles and Web Services technologies: REST & SOAP • Curiosity and creativity to understand customer requirements and processes and come up with creative solutions and improvements • Passion to work with people and help mentor juniors to reach new heights • Strong Team player and ability to collaborate as part of virtual team across the globe • Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously and deliver on time with quality • Strong self-motivation, sense of ownership and ability to retain focus under stress during crisis situation • Experience in Web Application Development is a plus • Knowledge of Payment Industry is a plus Roles and Responsibilities post joining • Support critical applications and ensure the stability of the applications by performing proactive maintenance activities, engage in automation activities, do root cause analysis and remediation • Ability to write and maintain scripts to monitor system activity including application smoke test activities during production implementations • Develop and maintain automation tools to handle all engineering and application support tasks • Engage in production issue troubleshooting bridge calls, provide immediate service restoration, follow up on root cause analysis, and ensure permanent fix is implemented to avoid similar problems in the future • Coordinate and execute application releases and production deployments • Must be flexible to working in shifts and during weekends and extended hours when needed • This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs ✅ Benefits: • Work with modern technologies and international teams • Long-term and stable cooperation • Professional growth opportunities 📩 If you’re interested and meet the qualifications, please send your CV to Alina Pchelnikova at alina.pchelnikova@dcvtechnologies.co.uk