Senior Java Backend Developer (Spring Boot / Quarkus / API)
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About the Role
CodeNinja seeks a Senior Java Backend Developer with expertise in Spring Boot or Quarkus and IBM API Connect to build scalable microservices and APIs. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining backend systems for enterprise clients in the Gulf region.
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Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices using Spring Boot and/or Quarkus
- Build, publish, and manage APIs using IBM API Connect (APIC)
- Ensure high performance, security, and scalability of backend systems and APIs
- Collaborate with cross functional teams including product, QA, and DevOps
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues efficiently
- Follow best practices for clean code, testing, and system design
- Containerize applications using Docker and deploy on Kubernetes/OpenShift
- Implement authentication/authorization using OAuth2/JWT standards
- Write unit, integration, and contract tests
- Collaborate with DevOps on CI/CD pipelines
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, Agile ceremonies
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize microservices performance in production
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in Java backend development
- Strong hands on experience with Spring Boot and Quarkus
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture
- Familiarity with API security and performance optimization
- Java 11+
- OpenShift alongside Kubernetes
- Proficiency with Git and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
- Working knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases
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About CodeNinja
- CodeNinja is a next generation technology consulting firm specialising in AI powered transformation, enterprise software delivery, and Quality Engineering.
- Headquartered in the Gulf region, operating across MENA, South Asia, and global markets.
- Partners with Tier 1 banks, government entities, and large enterprises.
About The Role
- Seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Backend Developer with strong expertise in building scalable microservices and APIs.
- Hands on experience with Spring Boot or Quarkus and API management using IBM API Connect (APIC).
- Experience in Open Banking domain is a strong advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices using Spring Boot and/or Quarkus.
- Build, publish, and manage APIs using IBM API Connect (APIC).
- Ensure high performance, security, and scalability of backend systems and APIs.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams including product, QA, and DevOps.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues efficiently.
- Follow best practices for clean code, testing, and system design.
- Containerize applications using Docker and deploy on Kubernetes/OpenShift.
- Implement authentication/authorization using OAuth2/JWT standards.
- Write unit, integration, and contract tests.
- Collaborate with DevOps on CI/CD pipelines.
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, Agile ceremonies.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize microservices performance in production.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in Java backend development.
- Strong hands on experience with Spring Boot and Quarkus.
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture.
- Familiarity with API security and performance optimization.
- Java 11+ specifically.
- OpenShift alongside Kubernetes.
- Proficiency with Git and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
- Working knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases.
Nice to Have
- Experience in Open Banking or financial services domain.
- Knowledge of OAuth2, JWT authentication.
- Hands on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Apache Kafka or other messaging/event streaming platforms.
- Observability tools — Prometheus, Grafana, ELK.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work on scalable, enterprise level systems.
- Collaborative and growth focused environment.
- Exposure to modern technologies and architecture.
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