Senior Software Engineer II - Java Backend

About the Role We’re looking for a passionate

Senior Software Engineer

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Java Backend to join our growing engineering team and help build high-performance, scalable backend systems that power our core platform. You’ll work on designing and developing microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and modern cloud technologies (AWS/Azure). This is a hands-on role where you’ll solve complex technical challenges, optimize performance, and collaborate closely with product and DevOps teams to deliver resilient, high-quality software. We value clean code, strong design principles, and engineers who take ownership from concept to deployment. If you enjoy working in an environment that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and impact at scale — we’d love to talk. Join us and help shape the next generation of our platform’s backend architecture. Responsibilities Design and develop scalable backend systems and microservices

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, DevOps, and QA

Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback

Optimize performance and ensure system reliability

Implement test-driven development practices

Troubleshoot and resolve complex bugs

Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy

All other duties as assigned

Requirements 5+ years of Software Engineering experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent

Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)

Expertise in Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, Java 17 or higher

Experience designing and building microservices (must-have)

Experience with AWS or any cloud technology (must-have)

Experience with tools like New Relic (strong plus)

Hands-on experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL

Strong research and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of industry best practices in development

Experience using and developing applicable toolsets

Ability to interface effectively with technical teams and stakeholders

Knowledge of test-driven development

Ability to complete complex bug fixes

Strong oral and written communication skills

Work in a Way That Works for You We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals. This is a hybrid role. Our teams operate in a flexible hybrid work model, combining in-person collaboration with remote flexibility. You’ll be expected to participate in regular team meetings and engineering rituals in line with your team’s cadence. Working for You We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer Private Medical/Dental Plan

Savings Fund

Life Insurance

Meal/Grocery Voucher