Software Engineer Java (f/m/d) v Praha, Česko

Prague

Your career at Deutsche Börse Group

Your area of work:

Clearstream, part of the Deutsche Börse Group, is looking for a talented  Software Engineer, Java to join our  Post-Trade IT Settlement team in Prague. 

The Settlement department develops and supports mission-critical, real-time financial applications that enable global post-trade processing services. Our systems process high volumes of financial transactions and interact with major financial institutions worldwide, including the  European Central Bank (ECB)and  SWIFT . This is an exciting opportunity to work on highly scalable enterprise platforms that are central to the global financial ecosystem.

Your responsibilities:

As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of strategic settlement applications, working throughout the entire software development lifecycle. 

• Developing / enhancing Java-based backend applications that manage customer and participant financial transactions. 
• Supporting systems that serve as data repositories for customer-facing applications, reporting platforms, internal services, and reconciliation processes. 
• Designing and implementing robust technical solutions aligned with business requirements. 
• Building secure, high-performance, scalable, and maintainable applications while promoting system decoupling and modern architecture principles. 
• Contributing to strategic initiatives involving new functionality development and modernization of existing Java backend platforms. 
• Delivering enhancements, bug fixes, and maintenance activities before progressing to larger transformation projects. 
• Participating in all phases of delivery, including requirements analysis, solution design, development, unit testing, functional testing, business testing, and production implementation. 
• Developing a strong understanding of the broader settlement ecosystem and the integration points with other Clearstream platforms. 
• Supporting software lifecycle activities, including planning, coordination, stakeholder communication, resource management, prioritization, and risk management. 
• Ensuring compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements related to software development and documentation. 

Your profile:

• Master's degree or equivalent qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. 
• 2-3 years of hands-on experience in Java software development within a DevOps-oriented environment. 
• Strong knowledge of: Java and JBoss EAP, Oracle databases, SQL, and Hibernate, Messaging technologies (JMS, AMQ), XML processing, OpenShift and Docker containerization, Linux Scripting and GitHub 
• Ability to use AI in development 
• Familiarity with Python and Jenkins for testing and automation activities. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. 
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration abilities. 
• Strong communication skills and experience working effectively within geographically distributed teams. 
• Ability to quickly adapt to established applications, processes, and development standards. 
• Proven ability to manage multiple development streams and deliver results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English. 

Would be an advantage:

• Experience with SWIFT messaging standards, particularly ISO 20022. 
• Experience leveraging AI-powered tools and technologies within the software development lifecycle.

You can look forward to our benefit package:

• Hybrid Work and Flexible working hours
• Work from abroad - 12 days of remote work from EU countries per year
• Group Share Plan - discount on company shares
• Pension fund contribution - 3% of your gross salary (5% after 5 years with us)
• Health & Wellbeing - fully covered Multisport card, life & accident insurance, sick days and 100% salary contribution during sick leave (up to 56 days)
• 25 vacation days
• Mobility - fully covered public transport in Prague & free parking
• Flexible Benefit Account (Pluxee) - 1200 per month
• Free Access to E-Learning Platforms, Internal Development Programs, Mentoring & Learning Budget

Why Deutsche Börse Group?

We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone feels welcome and can reach their full potential. Our standards go far beyond simply matching candidates with the right position.

Mobility

We enable you to move freely with our job tickets, job (e-)bikes and free parking opportunities.

Work environment

Collaboration, communication, or deep focus – in our modern office buildings you will find the perfect work environment. Free drinks and food and meal allowances included.

Health and wellbeing

We care for your health and wellbeing and besides various health promotion measures we offer you a group accident insurance and additional insurance offers at discounted rates.

Financial stability

We provide financial stability by offering attractive salaries, company pension schemes, participation in our Group Share Plan, as well as bonuses, subsidies and discounts.

Hybrid work

Collaborate and exchange on-site or work remotely several days a week in line with business needs and local regulations. Our hybrid working model combines the best of both worlds.

Flexible working hours

We want your job to fit your life situation and offer flexible working time models, childcare allowance, or the possibility to study alongside your job.

Internationality

Our market infrastructures are globally connected. Working with us means collaborating with like-minded colleagues across over 60 locations from more than 100 nations.

Development

We promote individual development by offering internal development programmes, mentoring, further education and training budgets.