> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4053395-software-expert-java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4053395-software-expert-java). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Expert Java - **Company:** ASSA ABLOY - **Location:** Deutschlandsberg, Austria - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** €35,490.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Apache ActiveMQ, Agile Methodology, Aspect-Oriented Programming, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Dependency Injection, Java Message Service (JMS), Enterprise Messaging Systems, Object-Oriented Software Development, RabbitMQ, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, User-Centered Design, Cloud Platform System, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Parallel Computation, Containerization, Docker - **Published:** October 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1ba2dd45f4d0f6bf ## About the Role * 8+ years of experience in software development, with a proven track record in cloud-based systems and complex distributed services * Deep expertise in object-oriented programming, including object state, lifecycle, and parallelism * Strong experience with dependency injection and aspect-oriented programming * Hands-on experience with Specification-Driven Development (SDD): writing clear, executable or testable specifications and using them to drive design and delivery * Solid knowledge of messaging systems such as JMS, ActiveMQ, or RabbitMQ * Hands-on experience with container technologies (e.g., Docker) and cloud infrastructure * Extensive experience in agile environments, ideally in an expert, principal, or technical-lead capacity * Expert-level understanding of TDD (Test-Driven Development) and CI/CD pipelines * Fluent English, spoken and written; German is a plus ## Description * Technical Authority: Help shape architecture and design decisions for our Java-based cloud services, setting the standard for quality, performance, and reliability across the platform. * Specification-Driven Development (SDD): Turn requirements into clear, testable specifications that guide design, implementation, and verification from the very start. * Feature Ownership: Own the end-to-end design and implementation of complex, cross-cutting features in our cloud services, building in scalability and robustness from day one. * Code Review: Raise the technical bar for the whole team through constructive feedback, design reviews, and knowledge sharing. * Performance & Scalability: Drive performance and reliability initiatives so that our cloud services scale for customers around the globe. * Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner closely with architects, developers, QA, product owners, and hosting teams to align design decisions and deliver robust, high-impact solutions. * Continuous Improvement: Champion best practices in TDD, CI/CD, SDD, and agile methodologies, and help define the team's technical roadmap and engineering standards. In this expert role, you'll be a primary technical authority for our cloud services. You'll own architecture and design decisions, drive Specification-Driven Development, lead high-impact feature delivery, and set the quality standard for your team and beyond. You'll work in an inspiring, collaborative agile environment that encourages your professional growth and values your expertise. Your ideas will directly shape the next generation of our cloud platform.