
Java Software Developer (Development Chapter) (m/f/d)
50Hertz Transmission GmbH – a Company of the European Elia Group • Berlin • Experienced professionals
Berlin
Start: As soon as possible
Job-ID: 6775
I am developing software components and objects within important projects for the digital energy transition.
Why is this role interesting for me? The Elia Group is at the forefront of the energy transition. At the Elia Group, I can make an impact and create assets for an organization, which ensures the security of energy supply for 30 million people. As a developer, I will be part of an international development chapter, where professionals such as software engineers and architects collaborate, specializing in the development and maintenance of high-quality, scalable, and efficient software solutions. At the same time, I can continuously develop my strengths, share my knowledge and learn from my specialist colleagues.
My tasks as a Java developer:
- Development of clean and efficient code based on specifications and guidelines,
- Development of applications and systems,
- Troubleshooting programming issues and ensuring a productive work environment,
- Maintenance and regular improvement of existing software,
- Pre-launch analyzing and testing,
- Ensuring software security by developing programs to actively monitor the disclosure of private information,
- Proactively seeking ways to improve processes and interactions, addressing the business needs,
- Helping and supporting my team colleagues in the chapter and the guilds.
Agile and optimization-focused thinking is part of our team DNA at the Elia Group.
My profile:
- IT/tech-related academic degree (bachelor’s or master’s degree),
- Several years of experience using the Java-stack,
- Very good knowledge of Java frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot),
- Good knowledge of redundant, highly available systems, micro service architectures, API-centric system designs, and development environments,
- Knowledge of software design patterns and continuous integration methodology,
- Language skills: English (C1) and German (B2-C1).
Nice to have:
- Experience with development in cloud environment (public and private cloud),
- Good knowledge of standards and Java web technologies (backend) such as gRPC, as well as Camunda BPM as well as libraries for web front ends,
- Knowledge of OAuth2.0, graph databases, NoSql databases as well as Kubernetes.
Flexi Compass - see how flexible this job is:
- Working hours per week: 37 hours (full time),
- Flexible working hours and a long-term working time account supporting your work-life-balance,
- The number of flex days is not limited,
- No core working hours,
- Mobile working up to 100%, also from home, is possible.
My new place of work
Berlin-Mitte - Heidestraße 2, 10557 Berlin
What are the benefits of working for 50Hertz?
Chance to shape the Energy Transition myself
Various Working Time Models with a long-term Account
Support for personal development
30 days of holiday
Employee Events (e.g. Team Development Days and Company Party)
Fair remuneration and a wide range of social benefits
Professional Counselling Services on (mental) Health, Care, Law, Finances and more
Company pension
Flexitime with a long-term time account
A job with a future

As one of the four transmission grid operators in Germany, 50Hertz is responsible for high-voltage power transmission; control at this level is decisive for the stability of the grid and to ensure a secure electricity supply in Germany and Europe. We are part of a European grid association, working closely with colleagues throughout Europe. 50Hertz is part of a European company, working alongside Belgian grid operator Elia in the Elia Group. We work together closely in many key areas. Individual activities such as IT or purchasing are organised at the group level, which means that in these areas colleagues from Elia and 50Hertz work in a team from both Berlin and Brussels.
Testimonials
My application in five steps

Please do not hesitate to apply, even if you do not match the competence profile 1:1 in all points.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. The 50Hertz Disabled Persons Representative (SBV) (sbv@50hertz.com) will be glad to advise you confidentially, including on the accessibility of our workplaces. If you would like to mention your (severe) disability already in the application form and/or your application, we will forward your application to the SBV so that they can actively support your application from the beginning.

Eduard Weissbrot
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