Software Development Engineer II (Backend)

About the role

We are looking for a Software Development Engineer II to join our core engineering team. You will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable backend services that power our platform. This role requires a developer who can take ownership of complex features from technical design to deployment, ensuring high performance and reliability in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Optimise database queries and schema designs to reduce latency for high-traffic endpoints.
• Lead the implementation of new product features, ensuring code quality through rigorous peer reviews.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across the distributed system.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers to define and implement robust API contracts.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to maintain high system stability.

Required skills

• Strong proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or MySQL for relational data modelling.
• Hands-on experience with Redis or Memcached for caching strategies.
• Proficiency in building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration.

Nice to have

• Experience with Apache Kafka or RabbitMQ for asynchronous messaging.
• Familiarity with AWS services like S3, EC2, and RDS.
• Knowledge of GraphQL for flexible data fetching.

What success looks like

• Delivery of production-ready features that meet technical specifications and deadlines.
• Reduction in system response times through effective code and query optimisation.
• Maintenance of a clean, modular codebase with high test coverage.
• Successful mentorship of junior developers through technical guidance and code reviews.