Sportradar05.03.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Mid Java Developer - Remote Opportunity at Sportradar

$60K–$80K/year

About the Role

Join our team as a Mid Java Developer remote and become a part of the global fast-growing success of Sportradar. A technology-first software development company with a high emphasis on achieving technical excellence and building services based on best practice cloud principles. We build our own products and believe in 'you build it, you own it', so we want to give our squads autonomy to choose the right solutions.

We are NASDAQ-listed and one of the fastest-growing sports-tech companies on the planet. Our vision is built on long-term relationships with all our partners, including NBA, UEFA, ATP, MLB, NHL, and many more. The Live Data Services team is the heart of our live data ecosystem, gathering all the events for more than 30 sports and providing them to our clients.

What You'll Do

  • Design, develop, test, build, and deploy new applications or enhancements to existing applications as a Mid Java Developer remote.
  • Work with other technical staff to understand problems, develop specifications, and resolve them.
  • Participate in the constant challenge to create a maintainable, well-designed architecture that stands up to the future.
  • Advocate for good development practices within your team.
  • Utilize modern development techniques, including TDD (Test Driven Development) and pair programming.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience developing backend solutions in Java.
  • Ability to write clean, well-crafted, and tested code (XP, TDD).
  • Familiarity with Spring Framework.
  • Agile mindset focused on delivering working software, collaboration, and improvement.
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Highly self-motivated and self-driven.
  • Team player, able to work with new teams.

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with event streaming (Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ).
  • Experience in SQL, especially MySQL, but also NoSQL.
  • Experience with cloud-based applications and microservices (AWS, Gitlab CI).

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to work and develop within an inspiring and fast-growing company.
  • Flat organization with a high degree of individual responsibility.
  • A collaborative environment with colleagues from all over the world (Engineering offices in Europe, Asia, and the US).
  • Very good social and physical working environment.
  • A company culture that promotes social aspects, sports, physical exercise, and fun.
  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • Hybrid work model.

Our Recruitment Process

We keep it simple and aim to wrap up the process within 3 weeks. At Sportradar, we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) – we believe skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and grow with us, we invite you to join our team!

Language Requirements
EnglishC1
BasicIntermediateAdvancedNative
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This Mid Java Developer remote position at Sportradar offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-growing sports technology company with a competitive salary and a hybrid work model.

Salary Range
Required
0/1
Optional
0/1
Bonus
0/1

Who Will Succeed Here

Proficient in Java and the Spring Framework, with hands-on experience in building microservices and implementing TDD practices to ensure high-quality code.

Demonstrates strong self-management and accountability in a remote work environment, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and communicate progress in an Agile setting.

A proactive problem-solver with experience in using Kafka for messaging and AWS for cloud deployment, showcasing a mindset geared towards leveraging cloud technologies for scalable solutions.

Learning Resources

Java Spring Framework Documentationguide

Career Path

Mid Java Developer(Now)Senior Java Developer(2-4 years)Technical Lead or Architect(4-6 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$18.4B
Annual Growth
9.1%
AI Adoption in Java Development
37%
Investment in Java Ecosystem
+25%
Labour Demand for Java Developers
+15%
Avg Salary for Mid Java Developer
$95K

Skills & Requirements

Required
JavaSpring FrameworkTDD
Growing in Demand
Microservices ArchitectureContainerization (Docker, Kubernetes)Cloud-Native Development (AWS, Azure)
Declining
JSP (JavaServer Pages)Struts Framework

Domain Trends

Rise of Microservices
Over 60% of enterprises are adopting microservices architecture to enhance scalability and agility in their Java applications.
Increased Cloud Adoption
Around 70% of Java developers are now working with cloud platforms like AWS and Azure, reflecting a shift towards cloud-native applications.
Focus on DevOps Practices
Organizations implementing DevOps practices have seen a 25% increase in deployment frequency and a 30% reduction in change failure rates.

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