Java Developer – Innovation & R&D Platforms

Job summary (Short promotional text)

We are looking for a Java Developer to join our Rome-based team and contribute to the development of scalable backend applications.

You will work on internal platforms used to manage innovation and funded projects, collaborating closely with technical and consulting teams to translate complex business needs into robust technical solutions. Your mission (What are you going to do in text) summarised down below

Your mission is to build reliable and scalable systems that support innovation processes, while bridging the gap between technical development and real business use cases in an international consulting environment. Your tasks 1st part (in max 4 bullets)

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications and RESTful APIs
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Technical PMs, and consultants to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Contribute to platforms supporting R&D project management and reporting
• Ensure code quality through testing, reviews, and best practices

Your tasks 2nd part (In max 4 bullets)

• Troubleshoot issues and continuously improve system performance
• Contribute to architectural decisions and system evolution
• Participate in deployment and release processes
• Document technical solutions and support knowledge sharing

Your profile 1st part (in max 4 bullets)

• Strong experience with Java (preferably version 8 or higher), with solid knowledge of OOP principles and design patterns
• Experience with Spring Boot and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Data, Spring Security, etc.)
• Experience designing and building RESTful APIs
• Good knowledge of SQL and relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL)

Your Profile 2nd part (In max 4 bullets)

• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and build tools (Maven or Gradle)
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g. JUnit, Mockito)
• Understanding of software architecture principles (e.g. microservices, layered architecture)
• Comfortable working in a Linux environment and professional proficiency in English

Why us? (What do we offer) 1st part (in max 4 bullets)

• Work at the intersection of technology and innovation
• Contribute to platforms supporting real EU-funded projects
• International and collaborative environment
• Competitive salary (€40,000–€47,000 depending on experience)

Why us? (What do we offer) 2nd part (in max 4 bullets)

• Hybrid working model (up to 1 day/week in the office)
• Meal vouchers (€7/day)
• Supplementary health insurance (Fondo Est)
• Learning and development opportunities within a growing European organization

About us

PNO Innovation is the leading innovation and funding consultancy in Europe. With our broad sector expertise, and more than 40 years of experience in national and European grants, we help give space to good ideas and make innovation happen.

PNO Innovation employs more than 600 professionals across offices throughout Europe: Belgium, Germany, France, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain and the UK. What started more than 40 years ago as a student project in the Netherlands has grown into a European industry leader with a focus on creating sustainable impact.