Backend Developer Java Spring Boot

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and Spring Boot framework
• Design and implement database schemas and optimise database queries for performance
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards and best practices
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions
• Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve technical issues in production and development environments
• Participate in system design discussions and contribute to architectural decisions
• Implement security best practices and ensure data protection measures are in place
• Conduct unit testing and integration testing to ensure code quality and reliability
• Continuously improve application performance and scalability through optimisation and refactoring

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 2-3 years of professional experience in backend development with Java
• Strong proficiency in Spring Boot framework and Spring ecosystem
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and development principles
• Experience with relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure) is a plus
• Knowledge of microservices architecture is advantageous
• Experience with containerisation tools such as Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes is preferred
• Understanding of agile development methodologies and CI/CD pipelines is beneficial