Photon

Builds custom software and AI for big companies

Java Backend Developer

Backend EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeIndiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Strong experience with Java 8 or higher and object-oriented programming principles.
Proficiency in API design and development using REST and SOAP.
Experience with the Spring Framework, including Spring Boot and Spring MVC.
Strong understanding of microservices architecture.
Knowledge of database technologies, including SQL and NoSQL, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
Familiarity with containerization technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
Understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms, including OAuth and JWT.
Ability to troubleshoot complex systems.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust backend services using Java.
Build and maintain RESTful APIs to support web and mobile applications.
Optimize backend-system performance to ensure low latency and high availability.
Collaborate with front-end developers and product teams to define and deliver new features.
Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of APIs.
Integrate with third-party APIs and services.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices, including version control and CI/CD pipelines.
Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
Troubleshoot and debug production issues across services and databases.
Contribute to architecture discussions and decisions for new features and systems.
Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in backend development and APIs.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Experience with Kafka or other messaging queues.
Knowledge of event-driven architectures.
Experience with Agile methodologies.
Exposure to test-driven development or behavior-driven development.

We are looking for an experienced Java Backend Developer with expertise in API development to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of backend systems and be proficient in building scalable, high-performance APIs. You will work closely with front-end developers, architects, and other stakeholders to design, develop, and maintain backend services.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust backend services using Java.
Build and maintain RESTful APIs to support web and mobile applications.
Optimize the performance of backend systems to ensure low-latency and high availability.
Collaborate with front-end developers and product teams to define and deliver new features.
Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of APIs.
Integrate with third-party APIs and services.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices (e.g., version control, CI/CD pipelines).
Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
Troubleshoot and debug production issues across services and databases.
Contribute to architecture discussions and decisions for new features and systems.
Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in backend development and APIs.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Strong experience with Java (Java 8 or higher) and object-oriented programming principles.
Proficiency in API design and development (REST, SOAP).
Experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC).
Strong understanding of microservices architecture.
Knowledge of database technologies (SQL/NoSQL) like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
Understanding of authentication/authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT).
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with Kafka or other messaging queues.
Knowledge of event-driven architectures.
Experience with Agile methodologies.
Exposure to TDD/BDD (Test Driven Development/Behavior Driven Development).

About the Company

Photon

Builds custom software and AI for big companies

Photon designs, builds, and runs custom software for large companies, combining an in-house creative agency with its own engineering teams. Its flagship client work includes rebuilding Samsung's US online store as a set of smaller linked services and creating Olive Garden's mobile app, which lets diners join the waitlist from their phones instead of waiting at the door. Clients hire Photon's teams to plan and code their apps, websites, and AI tools and to keep them running afterward, paying for the engineers and designers assigned to each project. Photon is privately held and based in London, with its US arm in Dallas and engineering centers in Chennai and Bengaluru.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: Not listed

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