Jobs

Scholarships

Courses

Companies

Placements

Community

Home >

Jobs >

Java Backend Developer

Bristol, United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland (On-site)

Java Backend Developer

1 Hour ago • All levels • Backend Development • Full Stack Development

About the job

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer to design, develop, and maintain the backend architecture powering our products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring scalability, security, and performance. This leadership role demands technical expertise, problem-solving, and mentorship of junior developers. Responsibilities include designing robust, scalable, and secure backend systems; developing and maintaining APIs (RESTful, GraphQL); optimizing backend performance; collaborating with front-end developers, product managers, and DevOps; implementing security best practices; managing databases; writing clean, efficient code; mentoring junior developers; and staying updated on the latest technologies.

15 skills required for this role

Test your skills to join the top 1% applicants for this job

java

redis

graphql

ruby

ci-cd

django

github

serverless-architecture

kubernetes

mongodb

microservices

spring-boot

azure

nosql

aws

Must have:

Backend programming (Java, Node.js, Python etc.)
API design & development (REST/GraphQL)
Database expertise (SQL & NoSQL)
Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Containerization & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
CI/CD & DevOps principles
Problem-solving & debugging
Microservices architecture
Git
Mentoring junior developers

Good to have:

Experience with distributed systems
Caching mechanisms (Memcached, Redis)
Serverless architecture

Not hearing back from companies?

Unlock the secrets to a successful job application and accelerate your journey to your next opportunity.

Project description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain the backend architecture that powers our products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the scalability, security, and performance of our applications. This is a leadership role that requires technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor junior developers.

Responsibilities

Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure backend systems.

Develop and maintain APIs (RESTful, GraphQL, or others) to support mobile and web applications.

Optimize backend performance to ensure low latency and high availability.

Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to deliver seamless integration.

Implement security best practices, including authentication, authorization, and data protection.

Manage databases, including schema design, optimization, and troubleshooting (SQL and NoSQL).

Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while adhering to coding standards and best practices.

Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews to maintain code quality.

Stay updated with the latest technologies and propose solutions to improve the backend ecosystem.

Skills

Must have

Educational Background: Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Technical Expertise:

Proficiency in backend programming languages like Node.js, Python, Java, Ruby, Go, or similar.

Experience with frameworks like Django, Express.js, Spring Boot, etc.

Strong knowledge of API design and development (REST/GraphQL).

Expertise in working with databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis).

Familiarity with message queues and event-driven architecture (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka).

Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

Proficient in containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Other Skills:

Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps principles.

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

Knowledge of microservices architecture.

Familiarity with version control systems like Git.

Soft Skills:

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Leadership qualities with experience mentoring or leading teams.

Nice to have

Experience with distributed systems or high-traffic applications.

Knowledge of caching mechanisms (e.g., Memcached, Redis).

Experience with serverless architecture.

Other

Languages

English: C1 Advanced

Seniority

Senior

View Full Job Description

About The Company

Luxoft

1244 Active Jobs

Luxoft, a DXC Technology Company (NYSE: DXC), is a digital strategy and software engineering firm providing bespoke technology solutions that drive business change for customers the world over. Acquired by U.S. company DXC Technology in 2019, Luxoft is a global operation in 44 cities and 21 countries with an international, agile workforce of nearly 18,000 people. It combines a unique blend of engineering excellence and deep industry expertise, helping over 425 global clients innovate in the areas of automotive, financial services, travel and hospitality, healthcare, life sciences, media and telecommunications.

DXC Technology is a leading Fortune 500 IT services company which helps global companies run their mission critical systems. Together, DXC and Luxoft offer a differentiated customer-value proposition for digital transformation by combining Luxoft’s front-end digital capabilities with DXC’s expertise in IT modernization and integration. Follow our profile for regular updates and insights into technology and business needs.