Java Backend Engineer

Vantari Recruitment Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary + benefits

Job summary

Vantari is hiring on behalf of an advanced technology client in Abu Dhabi for an experienced Java Software Engineer to design and develop backend systems for next-generation cellular and secure communication platforms.

You will work in a high-performance team, applying Domain-Driven Design, Reactive patterns, and actor-based architectures, with a strong focus on CI/CD, testing, and delivery in Agile environments.

Qualifications

• BSc or equivalent in Computer Science or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Java and Kotlin software development.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and develop backend cellular/secure comms solutions.
• Design and implement backend systems using DDD, Reactive architectures and actor-based systems.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines with unit, integration, and E2E tests.
• Build scalable, message-based, high-performance backend services.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and product managers to deliver robust solutions.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and Agile practices.

Skills

Functional programming

Reactive programming

DDD

TDD

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Self-directed

Team player

Agile

Education

BSc or equivalent in Computer Science

Tools

Java

Kotlin

Gradle

GitLab

Docker

Akka

Job description

About the Company

Vantari is a specialist recruitment partner operating at the edge of innovation, supporting organisations across defence, space, advanced software, wireless systems, and AI. With teams in Dubai and London, we place elite talent into high-impact, mission-critical environments worldwide.

About the Role

On behalf of an advanced technology client in Abu Dhabi, we are hiring an experienced Java Software Engineer to join a high-performance application software team. This role focuses on the design and development of backend software for next-generation cellular and secure communication systems, operating in a complex, distributed, and performance-critical environment.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and develop cutting-edge cellular communication solutions using Kotlin, Java, Akka, Gradle, GitLab, and Docker.
• Design and implement backend systems based on Domain-Driven Design (DDD), Reactive architectures, and actor-based systems.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, including unit, integration, and end-to-end (E2E) testing.
• Build scalable, message-based, and high-performance backend services.
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, system architects, and product managers to deliver robust technical solutions.
• Contribute to technological and architectural decisions.
• Work within multi-disciplinary Agile teams, adopting Agile methodologies, tools, and mindset.

Qualifications

• BSc or equivalent in Computer Science or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in Java and Kotlin software development

Required Skills

• Strong experience with functional programming, message-based communication, Reactive programming, DDD, and TDD
• Ability to read technical documentation and develop tools based on specifications
• Self-directed profile with strong planning and execution capabilities
• Team player with experience working in Agile environments
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills

Preferred Skills

• Strong passion for software development and technology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible attitude with the ability to perform under pressure
• Upper-intermediate level of spoken and written English

Location & Package

• Competitive tax-free salary + benefits

Security Clearance

• This role supports sensitive programs
• Eligibility to obtain security clearance is required