Who we are We are Xempus, Germany´s leading independent Software-as-Service (SaaS) platform for the management and distribution of pension, life and health insurance. Our mission: making pension, life and health insurance digital and understandable, efficient and accessible for everyone. Since 2007, we have been constantly working to drive the digitalization of the insurance industry. Here at Xempus, we believe that together we can make a difference – no matter where we are! Whether from one of our offices or from home – join us and together we create a more secure future for everyone! The role We're on the lookout for a Senior Java Engineer (m/f/d) with a passion for software architecture and a talent for navigating complexity. If you are an expert who not only writes excellent code but also excels at understanding, managing, and evolving large, mature codebases, this is the perfect opportunity for you. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our software landscape. Responsibilities: Take ownership of core components of our Java-based platform Dive deep into our existing codebase to understand its architecture, dependencies, and business logic Develop and implement robust strategies for evolving and modernizing our software architecture Design, build, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and reliable Java applications and services Guide and mentor fellow engineers on architectural best practices and clean code principles Collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to translate complex requirements into sustainable technical solutions Drive initiatives to improve code quality, reduce technical debt, and enhance overall system performance What we are looking for You have 8 years of experience in Java development, including deep expertise with the Spring Framework (especially Spring Boot) and other standard libraries Most importantly, you have a proven ability to quickly understand and effectively manage large, complex codebases. You can see the "bigger picture" and derive architectural insights from existing code You possess an excellent, in-depth understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices You are a strategic thinker who can develop and execute long-term plans for code evolution and modernization You enjoy the challenge of refactoring and improving existing systems while ensuring stability and performance A solid understanding of databases, APIs, and the general software development lifecycle is a given We are agile – change is our constant. You thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy contributing to the continuous improvement of our development processes Why Xempus Join one of the leading insurtechs in Europe as it enters its next growth phase Chance to participate in one of the most generous employee stock option programs in the industry Very attractive contribution to the company pension scheme Corporate health insurance (600€ reimbursement of various medical and pharmacy costs per year) Find creative freedom and quick decision-making structures in a dynamic, innovative environment Work with a team of amazing colleagues with great team spirit (company parties, charity events e.g.) Have the option of hybrid working - for family friendliness and maximum flexibility in your everyday life. You can find out more here Broad range of personal & professional development opportunities: individual annual training budget, free courses, and a transparent career development model Various health offerings such as bike leasing and EGYM Wellpass Modern offices in a central location, including free drinks & fruit We offer you an option for an unpaid extra holiday in addition to your 30-day holiday entitlement per year LI-Hybrid Contact Does that sound like your kind of job? Then apply now! If you have any questions, difficulties uploading your data, or require any assistance with the recruitment process, Marta is happy to help ( jobs@xempus.com ). We’d love to hear from you! About us At XEMPUS, 180 people work on a very special vision: We make the future plannable. We have been shaping the digital transformation in the insurance industry since 2007. We know what our successful future depends on: our team, the people behind the name XEMPUS. We have ambitious goals. To achieve those goals, we need you! We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences.