Senior Java Consultant

• Design, develop, and maintain modern applications using Java and Spring Boot
• Contribute to both new builds and the evolution of existing platforms
• Work across the full stack, including Angular-based frontends
• Lead or mentor a small team of developers (3-4 people)
• Challenge existing technical approaches and propose improved solutions
• Drive adoption of agile, DevOps, and value-focused development practices
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Ensure high code quality through testing, CI/CD, and best practices

• Strong experience as a Senior Java Developer (Java 17, Spring Boot, JPA)
• Proven full-stack development experience (Angular, TypeScript)
• Experience with microservices and REST-based architectures
• Hands-on experience working with Kubernetes (usage, not setup)
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitLab)
• Experience with DevOps / DevSecOps principles
• Familiarity with SQL databases and messaging systems (e.g. ActiveMQ)
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence technical direction
• Experience within the Belgian public sector (federal level strongly preferred)

Nice to Have

• Experience with testing frameworks (Cucumber, Karate, Pact)
• Exposure to private cloud environments
• Experience modernising legacy systems
• Previous team leadership or coaching experience

If you're a senior Java developer who enjoys challenging the status quo, influencing teams, and delivering impactful solutions within complex environments, we'd be happy to discuss further.