Backend Engineer (Kotlin) - Remote Work | REF#290413

BairesDev; Sucre; Remote; COP 284,765,000 - 442,968,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

USD or local currency pay

Home office setup provided

Flexible hours

Parental leave & vacations

Global mentorship & growth

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Backend Engineer specializing in Kotlin to design and maintain scalable server-side applications within the JVM ecosystem. You will be a key technical contributor building robust microservices and distributed systems that outperform traditional Java implementations.

You will design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services, implement RESTful APIs, and orchestrate event-driven architectures using Kafka and AWS.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in JVM-based backend development.
• Proven Kotlin expertise for building microservices and distributed systems.
• Strong Spring Boot experience and Kotlin integration.
• Proficiency with Spring Data JPA and PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Kotlin and Spring Boot.
• Build and optimize RESTful APIs for service communication and user experience.
• Implement data persistence with JPA and PostgreSQL for complex entities.
• Orchestrate event-driven architectures with Kafka and AWS infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable microservices.
• Write clean, maintainable code and implement comprehensive unit tests.

Skills

JVM backend

Advanced English

Microservices design

Tools

Kotlin

Spring Boot

Spring Data JPA

PostgreSQL

Apache Kafka

AWS

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

As a Backend Engineer specializing in Kotlin, you will design and maintain scalable server-side applications within the JVM ecosystem. You will serve as a key technical contributor, leveraging Kotlin’s modern features to build robust microservices and distributed systems that outperform traditional Java implementations.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Kotlin and Spring Boot.
• Build and optimize RESTful APIs to ensure seamless communication between services and high-quality user experiences.
• Implement efficient data persistence layers using JPA and PostgreSQL to manage complex business entities.
• Orchestrate event-driven architectures and real-time data flows utilizing Kafka and AWS infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable microservices that meet rigorous enterprise standards.
• Write clean, maintainable code and implement comprehensive unit tests to ensure system reliability and performance.

What We Are Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in Software Engineering with a focus on JVM-based backend development.
• Deep expertise in Kotlin for building microservices and distributed systems.
• Proven experience with Spring Boot and its integration with Kotlin.
• Strong proficiency in data persistence using Spring Data JPA and PostgreSQL.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for asynchronous messaging and event-driven architecture.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!