Software Engineer - Belfast

Description

Join Us in Driving Innovation for the Dairy Industry. At GEA Farm Technologies, we know that the future of dairy farming depends on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. That’s why we are committed to becoming completely CO₂e-neutral by 2040—not just in our offices and production sites, but in the way our products are used by farmers worldwide. Our digital farm management system is designed specifically for the dairy industry, helping farmers, technicians, and farm managers optimize operations, improve sustainability, and maximize efficiency

About GEA

• GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

• Why join GEA

• GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Your profile and qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional training.

• Experience in web application development.

• Knowledge of databases and cloud platforms (Azure or AWS).

• A focus on quality, reproducibility, and delivering reliable solutions.

• A team-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

• A willingness to occasionally travel internationally.

• Good English communication skills—both written and spoken.

• Technology Stack: Backend: Java, Spring Framework, PostgreSQL, Frontend: TypeScript, Angular, DevOps & Tools: Docker, Azure DevOps, Git, Jenkins, SonarQube

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Develop & Enhance Features – Design and implement solutions that support dairy farmers and farm managers.

• Take Ownership – Contribute to the full development lifecycle, ensuring high-quality and maintainable code.

• Work Closely with Users – Support customers and technicians when they need assistance.

• Ensure Quality & Reliability – Deliver software that is tested, optimized, and ready for real-world use.

• Collaborate in a Cross-Functional Team – Work alongside developers, testers, and product managers to create innovative solutions