Java Engineer at XTM International in Athens, Attica, Greece

At XTM Group, we build technology that helps enterprises connect with global audiences faster and more efficiently. Our Translation Management platform enables organizations to automate and streamline every stage of the localization process.

We believe innovation happens when talented people collaborate, experiment, and continuously learn. That’s why we foster an inclusive, solution-oriented culture where curiosity, teamwork, and ownership are valued every day. Our mission is to become the leading enterprise Translation Management System — and we’re looking for people who want to help shape the future of global communication technology.

The Role

Hybrid Working Requirement: Candidates should be able to attend our Marousi, Athens office at least once every two weeks. Please note that travel or commuting expenses will not be covered for candidates residing outside Attiki or outside a reasonable commuting distance.

Scope of Tasks

• Owning and delivering the entire lifecycle of medium-sized projects or features within the team as a strong individual contributor
• Breaking down small to medium-sized engineering problems and leading other engineers to solve them effectively
• Writing high-quality code regarded by peers as a standard for the engineering domain while following the principle of leaving the codebase better than it was found and ensuring all code has adequate test coverage.
• Providing context and clarity through documentation, proposals, and runbooks so others can easily understand the "what" and "why" of the built solutions
• Identifying and addressing existing gaps in observability and monitoring while independently managing escalations for the team and discipline
• Performing thorough code reviews within the domain and submitting helpful, constructive comments to maintain high standards
• Balancing short-term needs against long-term stability when responding to incidents or production issues in the area of expertise
• Presenting team work or technical proposals to a larger audience during events such as Sprint Reviews or tech demos
• Participating actively in the hiring process by conducting interviews and providing effective feedback in scorecards and debriefs
• Scaling the team's performance by onboarding new engineers and mentoring less experienced team members working alongside them
• Leverage Claude code and an agentic development lifecycle to deliver at pace, helping XTM to evolve our AIDLC in line with industry best practice

• Being a solid individual contributor able to take on any technical problem related to the discipline or domain confidently
• Demonstrating approximately 2 years of experience as a guide to progress from a junior to a regular software engineer level
• Showing high proficiency in the engineering domain and a good knowledge of the frameworks and tools used in the SDLC
• Acting as a trusted problem solver capable of leading the resolution of critical bugs or incidents related to the work area
• Proactively identifying problems in the product or platform and improving stability through better alerts and monitoring
• Communicating clearly how work with others helps the team reach its goals while persisting when faced with uncertainty or ambiguity
• Promoting good practices in non-functional areas such as accessibility, performance, and security to help other engineers deepen their knowledge
• Proactively seeking and giving timely, actionable feedback that has a positive impact on the overall contribution of the team
• Providing estimates and executing on proposals effectively without negatively affecting overall deliverables
• Escalating problems that have a wider scope than the team or work and supporting them until a successful conclusion is reached
• Possessing English language skills at a minimum B1/B2 level to articulate technical solutions and collaborate in an international environment
• Possessing a keen desire to work in an agentic driven development organisation with experience in harness engineering desirable.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working Here

We want people to do meaningful work, grow their careers, and have the freedom to innovate. Here’s what you can expect at XTM:

• Shape the future of AI-powered search — work at the intersection of SEO, paid media, and emerging AI discovery platforms
• Make a measurable impact — directly influence pipeline growth, visibility, and business performance
• Work with modern tools and technologies — leverage AI tools and data-driven workflows to move faster and smarter
• Grow your career globally — access international opportunities, mentorship, and career development pathways
• Collaborate with talented teams — partner with specialists across marketing, content, operations, and technology
• Continuous learning culture — stay ahead of industry trends with access to training resources and industry expertise
• Competitive compensation & benefits — designed to support both your professional and personal growth

Benefits may vary depending on location and employment type. Your Talent Partner will share additional details during the hiring process.

Inclusion at XTM

At XTM Group, we believe diverse perspectives create stronger ideas, better products, and more meaningful experiences. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know — we’re happy to support you.

What to Expect from the Hiring Process

We aim to create a hiring experience that is transparent, engaging, and respectful of your time.

Application Review

Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and experience carefully.

Introductory Conversation

If your profile aligns with the role, you’ll meet with a Talent Partner to discuss your background, career goals, and the opportunity in more detail.

Skills & Team Conversations

You’ll connect with hiring managers and cross-functional stakeholders to explore your search expertise, analytical thinking, and approach to growth marketing.

Final Discussions

Depending on the process, there may be a final conversation focused on strategic thinking, collaboration, and long-term growth potential.

Offer & Onboarding

Successful candidates will receive a tailored offer and onboarding support to help them succeed from day one.

Recruitment Notice

Please be aware of fraudulent recruitment activity. Official communications from XTM will only come from email domains ending in:

• @xtm-intl.com
• @xtm.ai
• @xtm.cloud
• @transifex.com