Senior Java Developer (Liferay)

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Job Description We are currently looking for a Senior Java Developer with experience in Liferay DXP to join one of our long-term public sector projects for a European Institution. You'll contribute to a highly visible, large-scale platform handling a large document volume, built for performance, availability, and scalability in a distributed, cloud-based environment. THE WORK: • Design, develop, and maintain web applications using Java 17, and Liferay DXP. • Contribute to the development of a scalable, responsive platform hosted on Azure and Kubernetes, using microservices and REST APIs. • Work closely with other developers, business analysts, and architects to deliver high-quality solutions. • Ensure that UI elements built in Liferay (using CSS/HTML/JS/React) are user-friendly and follow modern web standards. • Take part in code reviews, update technical documentation, and assist with CI/CD processes. • Actively contribute to performance optimizations and the evolution of the architecture. Our roles require in-person time to encourage collaboration, learning, and relationship-building with clients, colleagues, and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Proven experience with Liferay DXP (including extension, theming and frontend customization). • Strong background in Java (ideally Java 17), and REST API development. • Experience with React, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. • Familiarity with cloud-based platforms (Azure preferred). • Good understanding of PostgreSQL and distributed architectures. • Experience working with Elastisearch and/or Chatbot integration is an asset.