Senior Software Developer Back-end (Java)
Autodoc Odesa Urban Hromada, Odesa Oblast, Ukraine
Technology, Information and Internet · 5,001-10,000 employees
About the role
You will lead the migration from legacy PHP monoliths to a modern, cloud-based microservices architecture using Java, Kafka, and PostgreSQL. Additionally, you will be responsible for service monitoring, incident mitigation, and aligning technical strategies with other senior engineering teams.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have over 7 years of experience in Java or Kotlin and possess strong knowledge of distributed systems and cloud architectures. Proficiency in database management, testing methodologies, and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.
Benefits
Full description
Company Description
Engineered in Berlin. Driving the Future of Europe.
At AUTODOC, we are proud to be a homegrown European success story. Founded in Berlin in 2008 and still headquartered in the heart of the continent today, we have evolved from a local specialist into Europe’s leading online platform for the automotive aftermarket.
Our strength lies in our unique identity: we are a digital-first, e-commerce powerhouse with strong German roots and an expansive reach across 27 European countries. This continental focus allows us to blend our heritage with high-tech innovation, staying agile and closely connected to the markets we serve.
Today, our team of more than 5,500 professionals from over 50 different countries is redefining mobility through cutting-edge technology. Bring your talent and expertise to a company that is building a sustainable, tech-driven future for drivers everywhere.
Come join us and impact the future of AUTODOC!
Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Software Developer Back-end (Java) to deliver scalable and high performing solutions (microservices) to support the AUTODOC business needs. You will drive our migration from a legacy monolith to a modern cloud-based ecosystem using Java, Kafka, and PostgreSQL.
Responsibilities
- Work on the migration from PHP monoliths to the new microservice architecture
- Design and implementation of microservices - Java, Kafka, PostgreSQL
- Test-driven development and Test Automation
- Service monitoring, alerting, and incident mitigation - Grafana and Open Telemetry
- Align technical decisions with other Senior Engineers from other teams
Qualifications
- 7 years+ of work experience as a Java/Kotlin
- Experience with Postgres, MongoDB, and working with large data volumes
- Experience in software development, supporting the design and development of large-scale, distributed software applications - Kafka is a plus
- Experience with microservices and cloud architectures - Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Docker
- Knowledge of architecture/design methods and patterns, data and API specifications, quality assurance, and testing methods - SOLID, OOP
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to apply logical and analytical thinking to complex problems
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work autonomously in a team environment
- English upper-intermediate (B2)
Additional Information
What do we offer?
- Stable employment in the fast-growing international company
- International career in a multicultural environment with lots of opportunities to grow
- Annual vacation of 28 calendar days and 1 additional day off on your birthday
- Health Insurance for access to various high-quality medical services (doctor visits, diagnostics, medical treatment)
- Mental Wellbeing Program – providing you and your immediate family members with free and confidential mental and physical health support services for a wide range of personal and work-related issues.
- Opportunities for advancement, further trainings (over 650 courses on soft and hard skills on our e-learning platform) and coaching
- Free English and German language classes
- Flexible working hours and hybrid work
- Gym in the Odesa office
- Military conscription reserve, AUTODOC is a resident of Dia City and have the status of "Critical Enterprise for Ukraine's Economy".
Join us today and let’s create a success story together!
This job was posted on 09/09/2026, and is considering applications up to 6 weeks from this date.
- Time Type: Full time
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