Senior Java Software Engineer

A groundbreaking Israeli startup in the AI field, specializing in maritime risk management. The company serves some of the world’s largest shipping companies.

Founded by two naval officers ("Chovlim"), the company embodies strong values and a Zionist spirit. 

It's highly successful and recently sold to an American investment firm for around 1 billion NIS.

With a team of 200 employees, including 70 in development, they promote a healthy work-life balance with hybrid work options (2-3 days from home). The company offers a family-like atmosphere where employees thrive long-term, thanks to technological challenges and a warm, supportive culture.

Their beautiful offices are on the 35th floor with sea views, just a short walk from a central train station in Tel Aviv.

About the position:

This Java role is within the Data Platform team, working with cutting-edge technologies such as Spring Boot, Kafka, and AWS. You'll collaborate closely with data science and engineering teams to deliver real-time solutions and advanced services.

As a Java Software Engineer at Windward, you will hold a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining our data platform, supporting critical data-driven decision-making processes across the organization.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, and software engineers, ensuring smooth data flow and optimizing our services. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or any related field
• 4+ years of professional experience as a Backend Engineer
• Full proficiency in Java (Spring Boot) and Kafka, with a proven track record of working with micro-services architecture and streaming solutions
• Proficiency in AWS services for data storage, processing, and analytics
• Strong experience in designing and constructing ETL processes for data transformation and integration – advantage
• Demonstrated ability to challenge decisions and work independently
• Strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Familiarity with Python and NodeJS (a plus)
• Experience with GenAI tools – a must