FOI Systems

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Backend Engineer proficient in Java to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of hands-on experience in Java development, particularly in building robust backend systems and microservices architecture. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy scalable and efficient backend solutions to support our products and services.

Responsibilities:

1. Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend systems and microservices using Java.
2. Collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
3. Implement best practices in software development, including code reviews, testing, and documentation.
4. Optimize and refactor existing codebase for improved performance, scalability, and maintainability.
5. Troubleshoot and debug issues in production environments and provide timely resolutions.
6. Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to propose innovative solutions and improvements.
7. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to their professional growth and development.
8. Participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
2. 4-7 years of professional experience in backend development with a focus on Java.
3. Strong proficiency in Java programming language and its ecosystem.
4. Experience with building scalable and distributed systems using microservices architecture.
5. Proficiency in Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, etc.).
6. Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
7. Experience with RESTful API design and implementation.
8. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
9. Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.
10. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
11. Strong communication and collaboration skills.
12. Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
13. Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
2. Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
3. Knowledge of reactive programming frameworks like Akka or Vert.x.
4. Familiarity with message broker systems such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
5. Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the developer community.