Senior Java Developer with Italian

Xebia is a global AI-first, digital transformation, and engineering partner. With over 25 years of experience and a team of 5,000 professionals across 16 countries, we help organizations design and build scalable products, platforms, and data-driven solutions.

We specialize in Artificial Intelligence, Data and Cloud, Intelligent Automation, and Digital Products, combining deep technical expertise with a strong focus on engineering excellence and a people-first culture.

You will be:

• developing and maintaining backend integration services using Java and Spring Boot,
• implementing XML processing and file-based integrations, including generating and handling XML files,
• processing asynchronous messages and managing data flows across Azure services,
• working with Azure Blob Storage, Service Bus, Event Hub, and Azure SQL,
• designing and implementing microservices and event-driven solutions,
• applying resilient integration patterns such as retry, dead-letter queues, idempotency, reconciliation, and error handling,
• integrating services and systems using MuleSoft,
• contributing to CI/CD processes using Azure DevOps,
• working with Docker and Kubernetes, including AKS,
• troubleshooting production issues and supporting reliable operation of integration services.

Your profile:

• 7+ years of professional experience in Java backend development,
• strong hands-on experience with Java 11+ and Spring Boot,
• solid experience with XML processing and file-based integrations,
• practical experience with Azure services, particularly Blob Storage, Service Bus, Event Hub, and Azure SQL,
• experience with microservices architecture and event-driven systems,
• good understanding of resilient integration patterns, including retry, DLQ, idempotency, and reconciliation,
• experience with MuleSoft integrations,
• hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes, preferably AKS,
• experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD,
• practical experience using AI-powered assistants (e.g. Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor) to improve productivity, quality, or decision-making in software delivery,
• strong troubleshooting and production support skills,
• good command of English (min. B2) and Italian (min. B2),
• willingness to travel occasionally to Italy to visit the client.

Work from the European Union region and a work permit are required.

Nice to have:

• Experience applying GenAI in a more structured way within the SDLC, including defined workflows, prompt patterns, or tool integrations embedded into daily work.

• Interest in and familiarity with emerging AI-driven practices (e.g. agent-based workflows, automation patterns, AI-augmented development), with a willingness to explore and experiment beyond standard approaches.

Recruitment Process:

CV review – HR call – Technical Interview – Client Interview – Decision