Backend Java Engineer (Global software startup)

Job Responsibilities

1. Engage fully in the application lifecycle, focusing on writing clean, efficient code to develop robust web applications.
2. Work closely with front-end developers to connect user-facing components with backend logic.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and address technical and design requirements.
4. Build reusable code and libraries for scalability and future use.
5. Communicate with developers, designers, and system administrators to identify and prioritize new features.
6. Troubleshoot, debug, and improve applications to ensure optimal performance.
7. Stay updated with emerging technologies and best practices.

Qualifications

1. Minimum of 4 years of professional experience as a backend developer.
2. Strong expertise in backend programming, particularly using Java.
3. Solid foundation in object-oriented programming principles.
4. Experience working with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL) and writing efficient SQL queries.
5. Comprehensive understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.
6. Familiarity with web services, including REST APIs.
7. Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines.
8. In-depth knowledge of TCP socket programming, web sockets, and messaging technologies (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka).
9. Proficiency in using Git-based repositories (e.g., GitHub, Bitbucket, GitLab).
10. Comfortable working with Windows Server and cloud environments such as Azure.
11. Demonstrated ability to write clean, efficient code aligned with specifications.
12. Strong analytical skills, effective time management, and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset.