Senior IT Architect Web Services / Rest APIs (w/m/d)
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About the Role
Finmas GmbH is looking for a Senior IT Architect Web Services / Rest APIs (w/m/d) to join our team in Bremen. Our company is the digital partner of the Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe, creating financial marketplaces for real estate financing and personal loans. As part of our initiative, you will be responsible for defining and enforcing architecture principles, selecting appropriate technologies, and ensuring long-term maintainability of our software systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Architecture: Define and implement architectural principles; choose suitable technologies for performance and maintainability.
- Backend Development: Create applications with Java (Spring Boot) and develop REST APIs for internal and external use.
- Testing & Performance: Write tests for your code (e.g., End-to-End Testing with Jest or Cypress), focusing on optimizing application performance.
- Collaboration & Team Leadership: Work closely with the in-house UX/Design department and the growing development team, providing mentorship and technical direction.
About the Candidate
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:
- Development Experience: Solid experience in Java (Spring Boot) development and knowledge of REST API architecture.
- Testing Skills: Familiarity with End-to-End testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress).
- Architectural Insight: Knowledge in drafting and implementing architecture principles; experience designing scalable and high-performing software systems.
- Tools & Technologies: Understanding of common authentication methods (e.g., OAuth2, OpenID Connect) and web security concepts (CORS, CSRF, XSS). Proficient with version control systems (Git) and CI tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
- Soft Skills: Ability to make independent decisions and actively participate in the creation of new features while guiding knowledge transfer through code reviews.
- Language Proficiency: Fluent German speaker at C1 level or higher.
About the Company
Finmas GmbH is dedicated to building digital solutions that meet the evolving needs of the financial sector. Our team is passionate about technology and its potential to change the way users experience banking. We are based in Bremen and have a hybrid working model that includes the option to work remotely with 1-2 days in the office per week.
Company Culture and Benefits
We offer:
- A supportive environment for personal and professional development.
- Choice of hardware (Windows or Mac).
- Flexible working hours, home office opportunities, and the ability to plan your 30 vacation days flexibly, with options to extend your vacation by an additional 20 days.
- Attractive benefits ranging from after-work parties, sports programs, and complimentary snacks to fitness room access and discounts on financial products.
Join us to work in a modern office close to the main train station with remote capabilities, and apply easily by submitting your resume, salary expectations, and potential start date. For any questions, feel free to reach out! We look forward to your application!