Java Software Engineer

LOCATION: Tokyo, Japan – Hybrid Working policy

Cake Recruitment Consulting Company is a subsidiary of the global talent platform known as Cake Global. This company specializes in recruitment and consulting services for businesses throughout Asia.

Currently, we are supporting our client - an international software company in Telco, IoT, Media and Tolling, hiring a Software Engineer (Java Backend) for their team in Japan. We are seeking a skilled Back-End Java Developer to contribute to the ongoing development, customization, and modernization of our Business Support System. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable software architectures in the Java environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Software Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient Java-based applications.
• Implement complex algorithms and data structures to optimize performance and reliability.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code adhering to best practices.
• Collaborate with front-end developers and other team members to ensure seamless integration.

System Architecture:

• Design and implement scalable and resilient software architectures.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks and security vulnerabilities.
• Ensure system security and data privacy compliance.

Integration:

• Integrate with partner systems and APIs, handling data synchronization and transformation.
• Collaborate with external teams to ensure smooth integration and data exchange.

Customer Engagement:

• Provide technical support and guidance to customers during pre-sales and post-sales phases.
• Gather and analyze customer requirements to deliver tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with customers in agile development processes (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) to refine requirements and deliver value.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Fluency in Japanese and English.
• At least 3 years of experience as a software engineer and strong proficiency in Java programming language and frameworks like Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA.
• Solid understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL) and SQL.
• Experience with RESTful API development and microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Additional Plus Points:
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins).
• Knowledge of messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Experience in the telecommunications industry

BENEFITS:

Competitive Compensation and Perks:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, retirement, etc.)

Professional Development:

• Continuous learning opportunities (training, workshops)
• Mentorship and coaching
• Career advancement opportunities

Global Opportunities:

• International projects and collaborations
• Global mobility opportunities (short-term assignments, relocations)
• Cultural exchange experiences

Unique Opportunities:

• Sponsored training in Taiwan
• Work with cutting-edge technologies
• Involvement in innovative projects