# Senior Java Developer at Talan

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> Responsibilities: - Design and implement scalable backend se

- **Company:** Talan (https://jobs.trythestack.co/companies/talan)
- **Location:** Málaga, Spain
- **Work arrangement:** On-site
- **Employment type:** Full-time
- **Experience level:** 5–10 years
- **Visa sponsorship:** Offered, according to the listing
- **Key skills:** Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, OpenAPI, Clean Architecture, Hibernate, JPA, Software Design Patterns, Data Modeling, English Proficiency, Spanish Proficiency
- **Posted by employer:** 2026-05-13
- **Added to The Stack:** 2026-05-13
- **Status:** May no longer be active (posted more than 60 days ago)
- **Apply:** https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/Talan/744000126267729-senior-java-developer (the employer's own application page)
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## About the role

Responsibilities:
- Design and implement scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot (3+).
- Build and maintain REST APIs following an API-first approach with OpenAPI specifications.
- Apply clean architecture principles and established software design patterns to improve maintainability.
- Optimize persistence and data models using Hibernate/JPA and identify performance bottlenecks.
- Detect and address technical debt; propose sustainable refactors and improvements.
- Advocate and implement engineering best practices, code quality, testing, and CI/CD.
- Collaborate with frontend engineers and cross-functional teams; contribute to architectural discussions.

Requirements:
- 5+ years of professional backend development experience with Java.
- Strong experience with Spring Boot (3+) and proven API design skills (OpenAPI/API-first).
- Hands-on Hibernate/JPA and solid data modeling experience.
- Good knowledge of software design patterns, system architecture, and maintainable code practices.
- Passion for code quality, testing, and continuous improvement.
- Proactive problem-solver with the ability to challenge solutions constructively.
- Fluency in English; Spanish proficiency required or highly desirable for this role.

## Responsibilities

Design and develop scalable backend services and REST APIs using Java and Spring Boot. Focus on improving engineering standards, reducing technical debt, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure platform maintainability.

## Requirements

Requires over 5 years of experience in Java backend development with strong expertise in Spring Boot 3, Hibernate, and API-first methodologies. Fluency in both English and Spanish is required.

## FAQ

- **Is this Senior Java Developer role still open?** It was posted on 2026-05-13. Listings more than 30 days old may no longer be active, so check Talan's site before applying.
- **Does Talan offer visa sponsorship?** This listing is marked as offering visa sponsorship. Eligibility rules are set by the employer, so check the details on Talan's site.
- **Where is this role located?** The listing gives the location as Málaga, Spain. It is marked on-site.
- **What skills does this role ask for?** The listing names: Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, OpenAPI, Clean Architecture, Hibernate, JPA, Software Design Patterns, Data Modeling, English Proficiency, Spanish Proficiency.

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