Senior Backend Engineer | Digital Innovation (100% Fully Remote)

Location: Fully Remote (Work from anywhere)

Sector: Digital Technology

Tech Stack: Java 17+, Spring Boot, Kubernetes, Microservices

The Opportunity

We are representing a forward-thinking technology leader currently scaling their digital engineering hub. We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer who thrives on solving complex problems using lean and agile methodologies.

This is a 100% fully remote position, offering you the flexibility to deliver world-class code from where you work best. You will play a pivotal role in architecting and deploying secure, high-performance systems that redefine the digital experience for millions of users.

The Role

1. As a core member of an elite, distributed Scrum team, you will:
2. Architect & Innovate: Design and implement scalable microservices using the latest JDK versions (Java 17/21).
3. Collaborate Remotely: Partner with cross-functional teams across different locations to build new functionalities and integrate modern DevOps/Cloud practices.
4. Maintain Excellence: Take ownership of production systems, conducting root cause analysis and ensuring high-quality delivery through TDD and peer reviews.
5. Shape Strategy: Actively contribute to architecture planning and long-term technical roadmaps via proactive digital communication.

Technical Requirements

1. Education: Degree in Computer Science or a technical field (or equivalent experience).
2. Experience: 5+ years of professional experience focusing on Microservices and RESTful APIs.
3. Java Expert: Highly proficient in Java 17 or above (experience with JDK 21+ is a significant plus).
4. Frameworks: Mastery of Spring Boot and Spring Cloud.
5. Cloud & Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and RDS (MySQL).
6. Testing: Strong commitment to Unit testing and TDD principles.

Who You Are

1. An independent professional who excels in a remote environment through proactive communication and clear status updates.
2. An analytical thinker who looks at engineering challenges holistically.
3. A collaborative peer who values empathy, humility, and positive team dynamics.

Why Apply?

This role offers the perfect balance of high-impact technical work and total location flexibility. You’ll be challenged daily to use the latest tech stack in a team that values your technical input, professional growth, and work-life harmony.