Senior Backend Java Engineer

Encora Inc.; Bogotá ciudad; Remote; COP 120,000,000 - 180,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Coforge is seeking a Senior Backend Java Engineer to design, develop, and optimize scalable backend services. You will work on cloud-native microservices deployed on AWS ECS and integrate with DynamoDB and other data stores.

Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for secure, high-quality software delivery. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in backend development, deep Java/Spring Boot expertise, REST APIs, and experience in Agile environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend software development experience.
• Strong hands-on Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Strong AWS experience, especially ECS, and DynamoDB.
• SQL and data modeling, plus Git workflows.
• Experience in Agile environments and clean code practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications in Java/Spring Boot.
• Build cloud-native microservices deployed on AWS ECS.
• Develop integrations with DynamoDB and other data stores.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

AWS ECS

DynamoDB

SQL

Git

Cloud-Native Architecture

Agile

Communication

Education

Tools

Docker

Jira

CI/CD

DevOps

Job description

Job Title: Senior Backend Java Engineer

Key Skills: Java, Spring Boot, AWS ECS, DynamoDB, REST APIs, Microservices, SQL, Git, Cloud-Native Architecture

Experience: +5 YOE.

Location: Colombia.

Mode: Remote

We at Coforge are hiring Senior Backend Java Engineer (#006fu00000QZqudAAD-4) with the following skill set.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and optimize cloud-native microservices deployed on AWS ECS.
• Develop and manage integrations with DynamoDB and other data storage solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, high-quality, and performant software solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend software development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Strong experience with AWS services, particularly ECS.
• Hands-on experience with DynamoDB.
• Knowledge of software design patterns, clean code principles, and software development best practices.
• Experience with SQL and data modeling concepts.
• Proficiency with Git and version control workflows.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with additional AWS services and cloud-native architectures.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and messaging systems.
• Experience with performance tuning and application monitoring.
• Experience working with Linux operating systems.
• Familiarity with Jira.

At Coforge, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.