Pauwels Consulting
EN
Senior Fullstack Java & React Developer
Brussels-Capital
Digital - Development
Bachelor, Master
Work experience: 5-7
Reference number: 91359

We are looking for a Senior Fullstack Java Developer to strengthen the digital customer portal team. You will work on backend and frontend components that support online self-service features, dynamic forms, and customer-facing digital workflows. You will collaborate closely with analysts, architects, and developers in an Agile setup.

What You Will Do

  • Develop, adapt, and integrate backend and frontend components based on functional and business analysis.
  • Translate business requirements into high-quality code and application architecture.
  • Participate in refinement sessions to ensure clear understanding of user stories and acceptance criteria.
  • Apply Test-Driven Development (TDD) and ensure proper testing within an integrated Agile environment.
  • Document code, components, patterns, and technical decisions.
  • Analyse and evaluate the impact of changes across modules and systems.
  • Identify issues early and propose optimal solutions.
  • Collaborate with the team in code reviews, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What are we looking for?

Education & Languages (hard requirements)

  • Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • French speaker and fluent in English.
  • Good knowledge of Dutch.

Backend (Java)

  • Expert-level Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA.
  • Strong experience building REST APIs.
  • Strong understanding of OOP, Clean Code, SOLID principles.
  • Testing expertise: JUnit, Mockito.
  • Security fundamentals with OAuth2/OIDC (e.g. ForgeRock, Azure AD).
  • Strong knowledge of Tomcat.
  • Very good command of IntelliJ IDEA and Git.
  • Good knowledge of Jira.

Frontend (React)

  • Very strong experience with JavaScript and React.
  • React with TypeScript.
  • Strong knowledge of CSS (including older/legacy CSS).
  • Strong knowledge of HTML (including legacy templates).

General

  • Ability to work with Agile methodology (Scrum / Kanban).
  • Capable of story slicing, creating acceptance criteria, and delivering incrementally.
  • Strong quality mindset and adherence to development best practices.
  • Coaching mindset; able to support and guide team members.

What do we offer?

Location: Anderlecht (min. 2 days/week on-site after onboarding)

Contract: Freelance or Permanent 

Duration: 08/12/2025 - 05/06/2026

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