Senior Software Engineer – Java / Spring Boot / AWS
About The Position
Sperton is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer for a consulting assignment with a client in Gothenburg, Sweden. The engineer will join a cross-functional team of software developers, a Business Analyst, a Solution Architect, and a Product Owner, and will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and integrations using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS. The role has end-to-end ownership, spanning technical design and development through deployment, production operations, and support. The team follows a “you build it, you run it” approach, including participation in daytime production support and incident management rotations. The assignment runs from 1 December 2026 to 31 December 2027 and uses a hybrid work model with 25% remote work.
Requirements
- Several years of hands-on software engineering experience, primarily with Java.
- Strong practical experience with Spring Boot.
- Solid hands-on experience with AWS services, including building, deploying, and operating cloud-based applications.
- Experience working with PostgreSQL and MongoDB.
- Strong understanding of REST APIs, integrations, and service-oriented architecture.
- Experience designing and maintaining microservices.
- A DevOps mindset and ownership of applications throughout their lifecycle.
- Experience with automated testing and software quality practices.
- Ability to independently drive complex technical assignments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent collaboration skills and experience working in agile teams.
- Adaptability when priorities and requirements change.
- Proficient English.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
- Build and maintain integrations between services and systems.
- Own complex technical deliveries end to end, from design through production.
- Ensure data consistency and reliability across services.
- Design, evolve, and maintain APIs with appropriate data access and security controls.
- Develop automated tests and maintain high engineering standards.
- Build, deploy, monitor, and operate services in AWS.
- Participate in daytime production support and incident handling.
- Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders across teams.
- Contribute to architectural discussions and technical improvements.
- Identify opportunities to introduce new technologies and improved engineering practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
