Java Solution Architect

Job Description
Shape the Future of Payments with Nexi in 2025
Envision a world where every transaction feels effortless, safe, and connected. At Nexi, we're leading this transformation, building tools and solutions that redefine how the world pays. By joining us, you'll play a part in creating the next generation of digital payments in an innovative, supportive, and international environment.

Why This Role Is Right for You
As a
Java Solution Architect,
you'll join a collaborative and forward-thinking team based in
Milan
. You'll be part of a highly skilled group responsible for the design, evolution, and support of international digital payment platforms.

About Your Future Role
In this position, you will:

• Lead internal and client-facing projects with autonomy, particularly with banks and payment institutions
• Oversee and coordinate activities with external suppliers, including reviewing and validating technical deliverables
• Analyze and, when needed, review Java code (especially based on Spring and microservices architectures) delivered by third parties
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams for capacity planning, effort estimation, and project/change execution
• Contribute to DevOps workflows and CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Maven, and Artifactory
• Support testing activities (unit, integration, performance) and contribute to quality assurance processes
• Represent and document complex system architectures using standard tools (e.g., Visio, Dia)
• Support configuration and testing phases managed by internal teams or clients
• Monitor and update project tasks through Clarity or other project management tools
• Evaluate technical feasibility and provide effort estimates for new initiatives

What Makes You a Great Fit
We're looking for someone eager to make a difference. Here's what we value:

Essential Qualifications

• Strong SysAdmin-level knowledge of Linux OS (shell, file system, users/permissions,services)
• Good knowledge of Java, with the ability to review and analyze code
• Experience with the Spring framework and microservices architectures
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices: Jenkins, Maven, Git, Artifactory, CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of middleware platforms (WildFly, JBoss, Tomcat, HAProxy, Apache, Splunk, ELK, etc.)
• Understanding of software testing principles (unit, integration, performance testing with tools like JMeter, SOAPUI, etc.)
• Solid understanding of networking and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Active Directory)
• Experience in documenting and representing complex architectures
• Exposure to both traditional (2–3 tier) and modern containerized systems (Docker, Kubernetes)

Bonus Skills

• Knowledge of security/authentication standards (LDAP, SAML, OAuth, JWT, TLS)
• Familiarity with APIs and formats (REST, SOAP, JSON, XML/XSD, Swagger/OpenAPI)
• Working knowledge of Oracle databases (SQL, DML, indexes, schemas, replication)
• Experience with infrastructure capacity planning and performance sizing
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to align technical solutions with business processes

Even if you don't check every box,
your unique potential and willingness to learn
could set you apart.

What's in it for You?

• Attractive salary and a competitive benefits package to reward your expertise and contributions
• Tech equipment: Get the tools you need to succeed, including the latest technology to support your work
• Join an international team: Collaborate with experts from across Europe and bring your ideas to life in a dynamic, global environment
• Grow and develop: Gain hands-on experience and structured training through our PayTech University, designed to accelerate your career and help you reach your full potential

Discover Life at Nexi
We're an international team of 10,000+ people across 25 countries, united by shared ambition and a passion for innovation. Learn more about our culture, Values, and how we're shaping the future of digital payments. Visit our Life at Nexi page.

Diversity and Inclusion at Nexi
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer: together, we succeed by embracing our differences and creating a future where everyone can thrive.

Your Next Step Starts Here
If this opportunity excites you, we'd love to hear your story. Submit your application today, and let's shape the future of digital payments together

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