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Senior Java Software Engineer (f/m/d)

Company:Clearstream Services Prague Branch
Department:Information Technology
Location:Prague
Start Date:immediately
Career Level:Professionals

Your area of work:

Within our Post-Trade IT area, we operate and develop the IT infrastructure, systems, and applications of our post-trading and issuance business. The Post-Trade IT organization follows the Clearstream business segments setup and the technology transformation imperative, ensuring business proximity and further technology convergence across platforms.

 

For our Reference Data system, we are seeking for a Senior Software Engineer with a diverse skill set to support future Clearstream Reference Data strategy and Digital CSD initiatives. As a Senior Software Engineer in our team, you will participate in various stages of the development lifecycle - from design and architecture through programming, testing, and production deployment. You will be part of a growing, diverse, and dynamic team that values and supports your contribution to the overall Deutsche Börse Group strategy.

 

Your responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software applications.
  • Review code and contribute to continuous improvement of development practices.
  • Manage individual and team projects and deliverables within priorities and deadlines, coordinated with team and leadership.
  • Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders across business domains and locations.
  • Support Functional Analysts and Testers by resolving technical questions and clarifications.
  • Contribute to the Reference Data Strategy and Digital CSD roadmap and implementation.
  • Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to translate requirements into robust technical solutions.
  • Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to system design decisions.
  • Identify technical debt and drive initiatives to improve code quality and system performance.
  • Contribute to on-call support and troubleshooting production issues.
  • Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies.

 

Your profile:

  • At least 5 years of practical experience as a SW Engineer.
  • Programming: Proficiency in Java, Python, and SQL; experience with ETL pipelines and data modeling.
  • Streaming & Middleware Architecture: Practical experience with Kafka Streaming, AMQP, microservices, REST APIs, and GraphQL.
  • DevOps & Deployment: Hands-on experience with Kubernetes/OpenShift, Jenkins, Ansible, Sonar, and Fortify.
  • System Design: Background in system design, web infrastructure, and scalable cloud-native systems.
  • Cloud Platforms: Experience developing cloud-native applications on GCP.
  • AI: Experience with Copilot, agent usage in SDLC - Software Development Lifecycle.
  • Positive "can-do" attitude.
  • Curious mindset with the ability to learn and proactively seek knowledge.
  • Open to learning new technologies and helping improve processes and culture.
  • Strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Enjoys teamwork and thrives in a collaborative working style environment.
  • Fluent in spoken English.

 

Would be an advantage:

  • Experience leveraging AI/ML tools to enhance development productivity and decision-making.
  • Background in microservices architecture and containerization.
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices.

 

You can look forward to our benefit package:

  • Hybrid Work and Flexible working hours
  • Work from abroad - 12 days of remote work from EU countries per year
  • Group Share Plan - discount on company shares
  • Pension fund contribution - 3% of your gross salary (5% after 5 years with us)
  • Health & Wellbeing - fully covered Multisport card, life & accident insurance, sick days and 100% salary contribution during sick leave (up to 56 days)
  • 25 vacation days
  • Mobility - fully covered public transport in Prague & free parking
  • Flexible Benefit Account (Pluxee) - 1200 per month
  • Free Access to E-Learning Platforms, Internal Development Programs, Mentoring & Learning Budget

 

What we offer

  • International work environment

  • Hybrid work and flexible working hours

  • 25 days of vacation

  • Group Share Plan

  • 12 days of work from abroad (*in EU borders) 

  • Free drinks and subsidized canteen

  • Free access to e-learning platforms, internal development programs, mentoring & learning budget

  • Fully covered multisport card, life & accident insurance and sick days 

  • Fully covered public transport in Prague & free parking

  • Flexible benefit account (Pluxee)

  • Pension fund contribution

How Does the Process Look Like?

Please note that the process may vary depending on the business area. The specific process can be clarified in the first interview.

Step 1
Your application

The application process takes place via our online application tool. Via your personal candidate profile, you may view your application(s) at any time, add or change personal details or withdraw your application.

Step 2
Screening

Once we receive your application, our recruiting team will carefully review your experience and qualifications. If we have any questions or would like to learn more, we may reach out for a brief conversation before moving to the next stage.

Step 3
Interviews

If your profile is a potential match, we'll invite you to interviews with the hiring team and HR. These conversations are a great opportunity for us to get to know each other better and typically take place virtually or on-site, depending on the circumstances.

Step 4
Offer

If everything aligns and we see a great match, you'll hear from us within a few days with feedback and the next steps, including an offer if successful.

Step 5
Onboarding

Once all formalities have been completed, we’ll be excited to welcome you to Deutsche Börse Group. Alongside other new joiners, you'll take part in onboarding sessions designed to help you get connected, settled in, and set up for success, both globally and within your local team and department.

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