Senior Java Backend Engineer (Relocate to Abu Dhabi)

Senior Java Developer

Location: Onsite, Abu Dhabi. (This role requires relocation)

As a Senior Java Developer, you’ll play a core role in designing and developing scalable, high-performance backend systems, collaborating with senior developers, architects, and product leaders. You’ll be involved in the full product lifecycle, from technical direction and architecture to hands-on development across highly performant, real-time systems.

What You’ll Work On

• High-performance backend services powering next-generation communication technologies

• End-to-end product development across architecture, design, testing, and deployment

• Complex technical challenges within a world-class engineering environment

• Building scalable pipelines and distributed systems to support R&D initiatives

Required Skills & Experience

• 8–10+ years of professional experience in Java (Java 8+)

• Strong backend engineering skills with experience in Spring Boot, Hibernate, and microservices

• Experience with message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ) and event-driven architectures

• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD workflows

• Knowledge of high-performance, low-latency systems

• Experience with REST/gRPC APIs and WebSocket/SSE integrations

• Experience with testing frameworks like JUnit, Mockito

• Cloud experience (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a plus

Why Apply?

• Competitive package with tax-free salary

• Work on world-first communication technologies alongside exceptional engineering talent

• Build impactful, real-world products at scale

• Full relocation support and private healthcare

• Live in Abu Dhabi – one of the world’s safest and fastest-growing tech hubs