Java Developer

About The Company

AXA is a globally recognized leader in the insurance and financial services industry, renowned for its innovative approach and customer-centric solutions. As part of the AXA Group, one of the world's largest insurance providers, AXA operates across Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific region. In Germany, AXA is a prominent player, serving approximately 8 million customers with a comprehensive range of insurance products, including life, health, property, and liability insurance.

The company's mission is to empower individuals and businesses to manage their risks effectively while fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, and sustainability. With a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement, AXA strives to be a trusted partner in securing a better future for its clients and employees alike.

About The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Java Developer (m/f/d) to join our dynamic and agile team. In this role, you will be instrumental in the ongoing development and maintenance of our core insurance software, MSG LifeFactory. You will become a vital part of our DevOps team, focusing on the continuous enhancement of the LifeFactory platform, managing standard releases, and ensuring a stable operation within the public cloud environment.

Your primary responsibilities will include customizing and optimizing the software to facilitate seamless processing and management of life insurance policies. Leveraging your Java expertise, you will collaborate closely with cloud engineers to analyze and resolve errors, ensuring high-quality software delivery. Additionally, you will be responsible for designing and adhering to software architecture standards, developing reusable components, and implementing quality assurance measures throughout the software development lifecycle.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of software engineering, cloud technology, and insurance domain expertise, contributing to innovative solutions that impact millions of customers.

Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess practical experience with the IPL Framework and have a strong background in developing and maintaining MSG LifeFactory software. Demonstrable expertise in Java, particularly Java 21, is essential, along with proficiency in frameworks such as Spring and Hibernate.

Experience in creating and consuming web services using SOAP and REST APIs is required. Candidates should also have a solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, cloud environments (especially public cloud platforms), and git-based development workflows, enabling efficient implementation of modern software solutions. Knowledge of complex system landscapes, maintenance of high-availability IT solutions, and familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory standards within the insurance sector are highly valued.

Fluency in both German and English is necessary to facilitate effective communication within diverse teams and with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Participate actively in the DevOps team to drive the continuous development and improvement of the LifeFactory platform, including managing standard releases and ensuring operational stability in the public cloud environment.
• Implement technical and functional enhancements within the customizing layer to optimize the processing and management of life insurance policies, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Utilize your Java expertise to develop, adapt, and optimize software components, as well as conduct error analysis and troubleshooting in collaboration with cloud engineers.
• Ensure strict adherence to software architecture guidelines, and contribute to the creation, maintenance, and expansion of reusable software components.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of quality assurance processes throughout the software development lifecycle to maintain high standards of software quality and reliability.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including up to 60% remote work, with a flexible working hours system from 6 AM to 9 PM, supported by a flexitime account and options for international remote work.
• Generous leave policy, offering 30 days of vacation, additional days off during Christmas and New Year’s Eve, and special leave for personal occasions.
• Health and wellness initiatives, including subsidized fitness programs and comprehensive corporate health management.
• Opportunities for professional growth through an open feedback culture, participation in expert communities (guilds), and access to diverse training and development programs.

Equal Opportunity

AXA is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal characteristics. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and better serve our customers.

Our recruitment process is transparent and accessible, and we are happy to provide support to candidates throughout the application journey. Applications from people with disabilities are explicitly encouraged, and we are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants and employees.