Senior Java Engineer (Contract – 6 Months) Amsterdam

Amsterdam - Netherlands

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Contract duration: 6 months with a possibility to extend to permanent role

Eligibility: EU citizens can apply

Language: English working environment

Location: Amsterdam Netherlands

Recruitment partner: Sperton

Sperton is supporting our client in hiring an experienced Senior Java Engineer for a 6-month contract assignment based in Amsterdam. The role is suited for highly skilled engineers with strong experience in backend development cloud-native systems and modern engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Design develop and maintain high-quality backend services using Java Spring Boot or Quarkus

Build and optimize cloud-native microservices architectures

Implement robust API solutions based on REST and OpenAPI specifications

Contribute to database modelling schema design and performance tuning

Ensure strong observability through OTEL Grafana and Prometheus integrations

Collaborate in a cross-functional environment including pair programming and design discussions

Apply event-driven and asynchronous messaging patterns where appropriate

Champion modern engineering practices including DDD SOLID and Clean Architecture

Promote the use of AI-powered development tools to increase velocity and code quality

Troubleshoot complex technical issues across distributed systems

Essential Requirements :

Expert-level Java development experience with Spring Boot or Quarkus

Strong understanding of microservices distributed systems and cloud architectures

Hands-on experience with Docker Kubernetes and CI/CD workflows

Proficiency in database modelling relational concepts and query optimization

Practical experience using OTEL Grafana and Prometheus

Strong capability in API design system integration and OpenAPI specifications

Experience with event-driven architectures and asynchronous messaging

Daily use of AI coding tools such as Copilot Claude Cursor or Gemini

Working knowledge of DDD SOLID principles and Clean Architecture

Front-end exposure with Angular and TypeScript is an advantage

Additional experience in Python or Golang is beneficial

Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate across distributed teams

Strong analytical mindset problem-solving capability and willingness to learn

Application Process:

I look forward to receiving your application! Once submitted we will review it and consider your fit against other candidates in the process. We strive to ensure an efficient process though there may occasionally be delays.

About Sperton

Sperton Netherlands is part of Sperton Global a recruitment and consulting company with an international reach. We are committed to helping our clients achieve success in their hiring processes finding the right people for the right positions.

Contract duration: 6 months with a possibility to extend to permanent role Eligibility: EU citizens can apply Language: English working environment Location: Amsterdam Netherlands Recruitment partner: SpertonSperton is supporting our client in hiring an experienced Senior Java Engineer for a 6-mo...