Web Backend Engineer

Whom are we looking for? Our groundbreaking technology, requires highly skilled and talented Web Backend Developers to understand the depth of the problem and device a solution for it.We are seeking a Software Engineer, with a depth of experience in developing Web Applications enabled using REST APIs backed by a data warehouse solution, to join our growing company and be a part of our success story. We are looking for individual with great attention to detail, who is genuine, confident, committed and not only passionate about technology, but excited to work in a fun and friendly start-up environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about technology and getting things to work while at the same time being able to mentor (and lead) other engineers by way of example to achieve excellence in their work.What does the role involve? As a Web Backend Software Engineer you will be responsible for creating REST APIs which are used to drive the User Interface. Given the nature of the application, these APIs needs to be very efficient and high performing. This requires optimising queries for faster execution and introducing database changes that may be required.You would be working with a complex technology stack which includes (but is not limited to) Spring, Hibernate, HornetQ, Quartz, etc. This requires extensive understanding of transaction management and data handling across different application layers.In addition to the technical ownership, you will also be involved in detailing requirements for requested functionalities and be responsible for providing technical insight into how requirements will be implemented and made available to users. Accurate estimation of tasks and planning are qualities we look for in our engineers.Responsibilities include:Develop, test, implement and maintain application softwareTake part in software and architectural development activitiesTransform requirements into implementation detailsDebug application issues and helping support respond to client queriesParticipate in application development meetingsProvide accurate estimates, clearly communicate status of tasks and identification of risksCommitment to accomplishing the task at hand and identify the fastest and most reliable way to solve a problemPerformance tuning of application code at different service levels Incorporate design changes to improve performance of the applicationInteract with customers of the application and help address issues reportedInteract with customers of the application and collect requirements or potential uses cases and draft technical and user requirementsESSENTIAL SKILLS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalentMinimum 2+ years experience with Java and J2EE/Java EEMinimum 2+ years experience with Spring MVC, Spring Security and HibernateStrong understanding of relational database and normal formsStrong understanding of SQL concepts and ability to write optimised and high performing queriesStrong understanding of Java concurrency, concurrency patterns, experience building thread safe codeExperience building RESTful web servicesExperience with web application servers like JBossStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills and time management skillsStrong problem solving and analytical skillsExperience using task tracking systems e.g. Jira and distributed version control systems e.g. GitDESIRABLE SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:Understanding of testNg/JUnitUnix/Windows shell and related command line toolsExperience in Continuous Integration and deployment tools such as JenkinsExperience with database partitioning and column IndexingExperience with query optimisation techniquesWhy work for us?Above market remunerationStimulating challenges that fully utilise your skillsWork on real-world technical problems to which solution cannot simply be found on the internetWorking alongside other passionate, talented engineersHardware of your choiceOur fast-growing company offers the potential for rapid career progression