Skills

Java CI/CD Problem-solving react Agile Spring Microservices

Job Specifications

We’re looking for an experienced Full-Stack Developer (Java + React) to join a major organisation in the financial services industry in Belgium. You’ll work on a range of impactful initiatives - building scalable services, modernising customer-facing applications, and contributing to a high-performing engineering environment that supports innovation across the business.

Logistics

Position: Freelance Full-Stack Developer – Java & React
Duration: 12-month contract (with potential extension)
Day Rate: €(Competitive & Negotiable)
Location: Brussels, Belgium (Hybrid – 2 days onsite per week)
Start Date: ASAP / November 2025

Core Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain full-stack applications using Java (backend) and React (frontend).
Collaborate with product owners, architects, and fellow engineers to refine requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
Contribute to the development of modular, secure, and scalable APIs and services.
Implement intuitive and responsive user interfaces that enhance customer and internal user experiences.
Participate in Agile ceremonies and support continuous delivery practices.
Ensure code quality through reviews, testing, and adherence to best practices.
Help shape architectural decisions and technical direction across ongoing and greenfield projects.

Essential Skills & Experience

Strong professional experience as a Full-Stack Developer using Java (Spring ecosystem preferred) and React.
Solid understanding of modern software engineering practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, and microservices.
Experience working in complex, enterprise-grade environments—ideally within financial services or other regulated industries.
Ability to translate functional requirements into clean, maintainable, and performant code.
Comfortable working within Agile teams and collaborating closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.
Fluent in English; French or Dutch is an advantage.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in impactful, business-critical engineering initiatives within a major financial organisation. You’ll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment, contribute to both new and ongoing projects, and help deliver secure, performant applications that support the company’s digital strategy for years to come.

About the Company

Apollo Solutions specialises in Corporate Governance and Technology recruitment within our core hubs in the UK, the EU and the US. It is what we know, and we do it well. Founded in 2008, we have over 25 driven and knowledgeable consultants partnering with businesses – from start-ups to sector-leading companies - to grow their teams with the right people, and work smarter, faster and better. We pride ourselves on building long-term partnerships with clients and candidates, using our strong industry network, expert market kno... Know more