Senior Backend Engineer | 100% Fully Remote

About this role

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

• As a core member of an elite, distributed Scrum team, you will:

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Architect & Innovate: Design and implement scalable microservices using the latest JDK versions (Java 17/21).

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Collaborate Remotely: Partner with cross-functional teams across different locations to build new functionalities and integrate modern DevOps/Cloud practices.

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Maintain Excellence: Take ownership of production systems, conducting root cause analysis and ensuring high-quality delivery through TDD and peer reviews.

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Shape Strategy: Actively contribute to architecture planning and long-term technical roadmaps via proactive digital communication.

Technical Requirements

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Education: Degree in Computer Science or a technical field (or equivalent experience).

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Experience: 5+ years of professional experience focusing on Microservices and RESTful APIs.

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Java Expert: Highly proficient in Java 17 or above (experience with JDK 21+ is a significant plus).

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Frameworks: Mastery of Spring Boot and Spring Cloud.

• Cloud & Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and RDS (MySQL).

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Testing: Strong commitment to Unit testing and TDD principles.

Who You Are

• An independent professional who excels in a remote environment through proactive communication and clear status updates.

• An analytical thinker who looks at engineering challenges holistically.

• 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.
Originally posted on Himalayas