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# Expert Java Developer - Java & Spring Boot

- **Company:** Pauwels Consulting
- **Location:** Mechelen, Belgium
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Application Performance Management, Software Quality, Software Debugging, Java Web Services, PostgreSQL, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Backend, Atlassian Tools, Front End Software Development, Api Management
- **Published:** August 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.vdab.be/vindeenjob/vacatures/74343397

## About the Role

* You have 8+ years of backend development experience with Java and Spring Boot.
 * You bring 8+ years of expertise in API integrations.
 * You possess 5+ years of experience with Postgres for database management.
 * You have 5+ years of frontend development experience with React and JavaScript.
 * You're experienced with Atlassian Tools for project management and collaboration.
 * You bring proven experience in a leading role within an Agile environment.
 * You possess professional experience within the public sector or the waste management industry.
 * You have strong leadership and coaching abilities.
 * You are fluent in Dutch with a C2 level.

Nice to Haves

 * Experience working within the Flemish Government.

## Description

* Lead the development team and provide structural coaching to technical staff.
 * Execute complex programming assignments including coding, testing, and debugging.
 * Drive the technical development of Java-based applications and API integrations.
 * Take a leading role within the Agile development methodology and process.
 * Maintain high standards of code quality and application performance through rigorous testing.


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