Senior Back-End Engineer

Summary

Join Apply Digital as a Back-end Software Engineer and contribute to high-quality applications using Java and Spring Boot. Collaborate with a diverse team, mentor junior developers, and maintain client relationships. Design and implement backend code, develop and maintain APIs, and create documentation. The role requires 4+ years of Java experience, Spring Boot expertise, and a solid understanding of web technologies and backend design patterns. Apply Digital offers a hybrid/remote-friendly work environment, competitive benefits, generous paid time off, and opportunities for advancement. The company prioritizes a safe, inclusive, and supportive work community with various learning and development opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum 4+ years of professional programming experience with Java
• Experience with using Spring Boot
• Experience using unit testing frameworks and best practices
• Solid understanding of web technologies in general
• Solid understanding of backend design patterns
• Experience using Java for exposing and consuming API services
• Experience working with both SQL and NoSQL Databases, specifically MongoDB
• Working knowledge of AWS or other equivalent cloud platforms
• Working knowledge of containerization technology
• Excellent English communication skills
• Interest and experience in digital products
• Ability to work independently and adapt in an agile environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a flexible agency environment
• In-depth knowledge of Java and Spring Boot
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines, version control (e.g., Git), and automated testing frameworks

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-quality, test-driven backend code for various client projects using Java and Spring Boot
• Develop and maintain APIs to support consuming teams
• Create and maintain documentation, implement and follow best practices for development workflow
• Collaborate effectively with team members to meet project deadlines
• Contribute innovative ideas to ensure we deliver the best solutions for our clients
• Provide expertise in Java and Spring Boot development
• Stay updated on technology trends and continually enhance your skill set

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Linux DevOps practices
• Working knowledge with using Terraform or other IaC tools (Ansible, Chef, Cloudformation)
• Experience with using Javascript or Typescript in a Node environment
• Experience with front-end technologies like React
• Working knowledge using Serverless framework
• Experience in e-commerce platforms

Benefits

• Flexibility - work where you work best
• Competitive benefits plan
• Generous paid time off - take the time you need to be balanced and energized
• A growing company means many opportunities for advancement - we like to promote from within!
• Regular team and company events (karaoke, escape rooms, axe throwing and more!)
• Training budgets, Days of Learning, company-wide training