We are looking for a Senior Java for one of our longest-running projects. Your main responsibility will be contributing to the project, collaborating with an already established team from Space Inch’s side while also working closely with the client’s team as well. The client is a large FinTech corporation and we have multiple long-term projects running with them in parallel.

If you’re an experienced frontend engineer with deep expertise in Java, who also enjoys rolling up your sleeves on backend code, and have a track record of delivering production-level applications (bonus points if it's in FinTech), we’d love to hear from you!

Our Mission, Vision, and Values

At Space Inch, we prioritize alignment with our clients and team, ensuring a deep understanding of their needs. We are committed to delivering exceptional work while supporting the personal and professional growth of our team members.

About Working at Space Inch

Our team is around 60+ people, primarily based in Croatia, but also members in South America, Serbia, and the US; the product team mostly being in the US, and engineering in Croatia and Brazil
We are remote-first, but occasional travel may be required, e.g. for annual company retreats in Croatia
We work on end-to-end projects with a long-term vision
We strongly support work-life balance for our team members, even though we work in different time zones

Requirements

7+ years of professional software development experience
5+ years of experience with Java
Experience with PostgreSQL; if also MongoDB it's a plus
Knowledge of Docker and working with Azure
Strong familiarity with JIRA and Confluence
Familiarity with any modern FE framework (Vue, React or Angular) is a plus
Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken)
Must be based in Brazil

Key Responsibilities

Own backend architecture, coding standards, best practices, and high-quality work
Build scalable, high-quality Java applications
Work with detail and easily adapts to new circumstances
Collaborate in a professional team for a major client in the construction industry
Conduct code reviews and mentor developers
Stay current with backend trends and propose improvements

Typical Challenges You'll be Solving

Architecting backend for complex digital products
Balancing delivery speed with technical excellence
Ensuring accessibility, responsiveness, and high performance

Qualities for Success

Proactive, solutions-driven mindset
Strong attention to detail and code quality
Comfortable making technical decisions independently
Passion for learning and improving
Ownership mentality - you care about the end product

Where You've Likely Developed These Skills

Digital product agencies or consultancies
Cross-functional product teams building real-world apps

This Job is Right for You If

You thrive in collaborative yet autonomous environments
You enjoy shaping backend architecture and best practices
You value quality and thoughtful delivery over rushing

This Job is not Right for You If

You prefer frontend development
You expect constant supervision or micromanagement
You prefer chaotic startup environments with unclear priorities

Benefits

What's In It for You

Real influence on technical decisions and project direction
Professional development support (courses, coaching, mentorship)
Work-life balance, transparency, and long-term relationships that aren’t just for show

Benefits

Competitive salary: $4.000,00 – $6.000/month for B2B engagement
PTO: 23 days + 5 days sick leave
$50/month sports/wellness budget
$200/year budget for an annual health-check
$140/year learning budget

Space Inch is not responsible for any job boards scraping this ad without showing the position as remote, but Brazil exclusive. Applicants from other countries will not be considered.

Space Inch is committed to providing an environment of equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination. Space Inch believes in treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity, fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

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