Senior Java Engineer (Commerce Platform) for Cebu-onsite
Company : Verve Corporate Job Type : Full Time Cebu City, Philippines
Job Description - Senior Java Engineer (Commerce Platform) for Cebu-onsite
Description
We are looking for a Senior Java Engineer to take ownership of the core commerce and account management platform that powers our US game portfolio. This is a critical, high-impact role: you will be maintaining the backbone application that processes transactions and manages player identities across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and Steam.
You will be the primary engineering lead in your time zone, working autonomously to stabilize, secure, and modernize a complex legacy platform. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys high-level problem solving—specifically, taking a robust, established application running onJavaand migrating it to modern infrastructure and security standards.
About the Role
- Platform Modernization:Lead the effort to update core libraries and frameworks to improve security and performance.
- Database & Cloud Migration:Architect and execute the migration of services from Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and assist in the database migration fromMSSQL to PostgreSQL.
- Feature Engineering:Implement new critical features, including Single Sign-On (SSO) integrations with third‑party providers.
- Platform Integration:Maintain and improve API integrations with major gaming platforms (Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo).
- Full-Stack Maintenance:Maintain the backend logic as well as the frontend implementation usingFreeMarker (.ftl)templates andSpring Web Flow.
- Autonomy & Communication:Work independently as the technical anchor in your region, collaborating remotely with US‑based leadership via Jira and GitLab.
Requirements
- Expert Java Proficiency:Deep experience withJavadevelopment and maintenance.
- Framework Experience:Hands‑on experience withSpring(specificallySpring Web Flow) andApache Struts.
- Database Skills:Strong experience withMSSQL; familiarity withPostgreSQLor database migration projects is highly preferred.
- Server‑Side Templating:Experience withFreeMarker (.ftl)or similar template engines.
- Containerization & Orchestration:Strong experience deploying and managing applications onKubernetes(K8s).
- Build & Messaging:Proficiency withMavenfor build automation andAMQ(ActiveMQ) for messaging.
- Experience with OAuth2, OIDC, or SAML for implementing SSO.
- Experience with payment gateway integrations or e‑commerce platforms.
- Experience migrating legacy monoliths to microservices or modern cloud infrastructures.
Soft Skills
- Self‑Starter:Proven ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision; you are comfortable owning the technical direction of a project in your time zone.
- Resilience:You aren't afraid of "spaghetti code". You enjoy the challenge of untangling complex legacy dependencies to create a stable, modern system.
Benefits
- Join adiverse, international teamof colleagues from over 30 countries, where shared goals and a variety of perspectives make us stronger
- Take on meaningful challenges that come with real responsibility andplenty of room to growin our dynamic environment
- Dress comfortably! We keep things casual here, so you’re free to wear what feels right for you
- Benefit frommandatory government contributions,including SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG, for your peace of mind
- Make work more fun withexciting company eventslike our annual Halloween party, Christmas celebration, and team outings
- Recharge with anadditional 3 Wellness daysthroughout the year, next to the statutory vacation days and public holidays
- Enjoyhealth insuranceupon regularization to keep you and your loved ones protected
- Receive your13th Month Pay and Overtime Payas part of a fair and rewarding package
About the Company
Verve Corporate
The leading advertising platform in emerging channels Verve primarily operates in North America but is registered as a Societas Europaea in Sweden (registration number 517100-0143). Its shares are listed on the Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market in Stockholm and the Scale segment of the Frankf...