Senior Java Developer

TASC Outsourcing; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech staffing company in Dubai seeks a Senior Java Developer to design and maintain scalable applications. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of Java development experience, with strong skills in Spring Boot and microservices architecture. You will lead by example, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and drive solutions. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience is required for this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in Java development.
• Strong proficiency in Java SE/EE and object-oriented design principles.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot and designing microservices.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement Java applications using Spring Boot.
• Develop and maintain scalable microservices.
• Collaborate with teams to define requirements and deliver solutions.

Skills

Java SE/EE

Object-oriented design

Spring Boot

Microservices architecture

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Maven

Gradle

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic technology team in Dubai. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable Java applications using Spring Boot and microservices architecture, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior developers to drive technical excellence and deliver high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement Java applications using Spring Boot


• Develop and maintain microservices to support scalable, high-availability systems


• Collaborate with product owners, architects, QA, and operations teams to define requirements and deliver solutions


• Perform code reviews, enforce coding standards, and mentor junior developers


• Optimize application performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement best practices


• Participate in Agile ceremonies, contribute to sprint planning, and ensure timely delivery of features

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in Java development


• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field


• Strong proficiency in Java SE/EE and object-oriented design principles


• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Spring Framework


• Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architectures


• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, messaging frameworks, and integration patterns


• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and build tools (Maven/Gradle)


• Excellent problem-solving skills and strong communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration


• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP


• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI)


• Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra)


• Oracle Certified Java Programmer or equivalent certification


• Exposure to event-driven architectures and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)


• Prior experience working in Agile/Scrum environments


• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline