Backend Engineer

We are looking for highly skilled Backend Engineers to join our team and work on exciting projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to build scalable, high-performance applications while collaborating with talented professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about backend development, cloud technologies, and Agile methodologies, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career with a global banking leader.

Mandatory Skill(s)

• Have 5+ years of experience in building backend systems, implementing RESTful APIs, working with databases, and integrating with messaging services;
• Has Proficiency in Java 8+, with a preference for Java 11+;
• Must have work experience in Java and Spring;
• Strong understanding of RESTful API development and microservices architecture;
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing (JUnit, Mockito), and Git;
• Knowledge of database technologies (SQL, JPA, Hibernate, PostgreSQL, or MySQL);
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP);
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in an Agile environment;

Desirable Skill(s)

• Experience with event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.);
• Exposure to API security best practices (OAuth, JWT, etc.);
• Familiarity with IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible) and DevOps methodologies;
• Knowledge of performance tuning, scalability, and distributed systems;
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical discussions;

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust, secure, and scalable backend applications;
• Design and implement RESTful APIs that integrate with databases and messaging services;
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code using best software development practices;
• Set up and manage CI/CD pipelines for smooth deployment and delivery;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (DevOps, Product, QA, etc.) to drive innovation and efficiency;
• Ensure security, performance, and compliance in all backend solutions;
• Stay updated on emerging technologies to continuously improve system architecture;

If you are interested in this role, click on the “Apply to this job” button below or you could also write in with your CV to Gayathri Gelli at gayathri.g@sciente.com quoting the job title.