Description :

As a Senior Software Engineer specialising in backend technologies, you will take a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining the core infrastructure of our SaaS platform. Your primary focus will be on building scalable, high-performance, and secure backend systems using Java and Spring Boot.

Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance backend services and APIs using Java and Spring Boot.

- Collaborate closely with frontend developers, product managers, and cross-functional teams to architect and implement reliable solutions that meet business requirements.

- Lead and contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment.

- Optimise and fine-tune existing backend systems for improved efficiency, scalability, and reliability.

- Conduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior team members to maintain high code quality and best practices.

- Identify and address potential security vulnerabilities and performance bottlenecks within the backend architecture.

Requirements :

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

- 4+ years of hands-on experience in backend software development using Java and Spring Boot.

- Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.

- Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems.

- Strong focus on clean code and robust design, and test-driven development.

- Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL databases) and data modelling concepts.

- Experience with cloud services and infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for scalable and reliable deployments.

- Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in an Agile environment.

- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience in federated identity protocols, JWT, JWS, JWE, PKI, and standard symmetric/asymmetric cryptography.

- Knowledge of other programming languages and frameworks would be a plus.