Middle Java Software Developer with French - IT (Information Technology) - Bucuresti, Bucuresti, Romania

Responsibilities
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre (SG GSC)acts as a business solutions center for Société Générale, one of the largest European financial groups. We provide high quality professional services in over 35 countries in various business areas - Finance & Accounting, HR, IT and Corporate Operations. Our mission is to be a partner of choice, valued for owning, transforming and innovating with best-in-class talent. IT Filiere is part of the Centre and comprises four Perimeters: Retail Banking, Security and Infrastructure, Internal Support Applications and Investment Banking, with a total of more than 800 IT professionals.

Project Description:

We're looking for a talented Middle Java Software Developer to join us in this thrilling new challenge. You will play an essential role in the innovation and creation process with one of the largest and vital product team of the group. Together we can reshape the digital world of tomorrow.

Specifically, you will be required to:
• Good understanding of functional specifications and ability to contribute to technical design discussions.
• Solid experience in object-oriented programming with Java (preferably Java 11+).
• Hands-on experience with the Spring ecosystem, especially Spring Boot; exposure to Spring Batch or Spring Data is a plus.
• Familiarity with unit testing using JUnit and basic knowledge of mocking frameworks like Mockito.
• Exposure to front-end technologies such as JavaScript, React, or Node.js is beneficial; willingness to learn TypeScript and Redux.
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and understanding of basic security principles.
• Basic understanding of microservices architecture and event-driven development concepts.
• Experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL; familiarity with Oracle or NoSQL databases is a plus.
• Comfortable working in Linux environments and using shell commands.
• Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Git, and Maven; understanding of build and deployment processes.
• Basic knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes fundamentals (pods, services).
• Familiarity with messaging systems (e.g., JMS, RabbitMQ) is a plus.
• Interest in performance and integration testing tools (e.g., Gatling, Karate).
• Understanding of software design principles and ability to read and contribute to UML diagrams.
• Ability to estimate tasks and deliver maintainable code following best practices.
• Willingness to share ideas and collaborate effectively within the team.
• Commitment to quality, documentation, and security standards.
• Participation in code reviews and Agile ceremonies (SCRUM preferred).
• Strong organizational skills, proactive attitude, and a collaborative mindset.
Profile required
• Experience in back-end development using Java and Spring Boot.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (React, Node.js) and JavaScript frameworks.
• Understanding of testing practices (TDD/BDD) and tools like Sonar is a plus.
• Exposure to microservices and event-driven architecture.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git, Maven).
• Comfortable working in Linux environments.
• Hands-on experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Basic understanding of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with distributed systems and API security principles.
• Ability to contribute to software design and documentation.
• English and French proficiency at B2 level.
Why join us
SG GSC is a Great Place to Work® certified company. Here, you will find a flexible workplace and culture, autonomy, constant learning opportunities, dynamism, and talented people, making this experience a real career accelerator. You will also discover all the diversity of our businesses, in a sector that is constantly evolving and innovating.

Plus, you will enjoy all our benefits:

• competitive compensation & remuneration, including annual performance bonus;
• preventive healthcare plan, and group health & life insurance;
• wide range of flexible benefits within a monthly budget;
• office perks, wellbeing and mental health programs;
• various social benefits and bonuses for personal or family events;
• 9-to-5 workday & flexible (hybrid) work environment;
• additional paid and unpaid time off, including Sabbatical leave;
• learning and growth opportunities based on individual development and career plans;
• unlimited access to various eLearning resources.

Business insight
We are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious. Whether you're joining us for a period of months, years, or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating, and taking action are part of our DNA. If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful daily and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!

Still hesitating?

We are committed to support accelerating our Group's ESG strategy by implementing ESG principles in all our activities and policies. They are translated in our business activity (ESG assessment, reporting, project management or IT activities), our work environment and in our responsible practices for environment protection.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. Societe Generale is committed to recognizing and promoting all talents, regardless of their beliefs, age, disability, parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, sexual or gender identity, sexual orientation, membership of a political, religious, trade union or minority organisation, or any other characteristic that could be subject to discrimination.