Software Engineer (Java) ID48414

AgileEngine; Colombia; A distancia; COP 146.869.836 - 220.304.755; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Mentorship

TechTalks

Education budget

Fitness budget

Team activity budget

Flexible schedule

Descripción de la vacante

A technology company in Colombia is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design and develop scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot. This position requires at least 4 years of experience in backend development and a strong foundation in RESTful API design. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality solutions, contributing to modern projects that utilize AI capabilities. Competitive compensation and flexible working options are offered.

Formación

• 4+ years of experience with Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience building and maintaining microservices-based architectures.
• Strong background in RESTful API design.

Responsabilidades

• Design and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and evolve high-quality RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive solutions.

Conocimientos

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

RESTful API design

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Gradle

English (upper-intermediate)

Communication skills

Descripción del empleo

AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.

WHY JOIN US

If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will shape the backbone of modern, user-facing products by influencing how scalable, reliable systems are designed and evolved. This role matters because your work directly impacts product quality, performance, and the ability to introduce intelligent, AI‑driven capabilities. You’ll collaborate in a cross‑functional, fast‑moving environment that values strong technical ownership, thoughtful architecture, and continuous improvement. It’s a unique opportunity to grow professionally while working on meaningful backend challenges with modern Java, Spring Boot, and microservices approaches.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, reliable backend services using Java and Spring Boot;
• Build and evolve high‑quality RESTful APIs to support frontend applications and internal systems;
• Improve service reliability, performance, observability, and overall code quality across the backend ecosystem;
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and frontend engineers to deliver cohesive, user‑centered solutions;
• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and technical design sessions;
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in distributed, microservices‑based systems;
• Contribute to the integration of AI‑powered and LLM‑driven features, ensuring backend services can effectively support intelligent user experiences.

MUST HAVES

• 4+ years of experience with Java and Spring Boot;
• Experience building and maintaining microservices‑based architectures;
• Proficiency with Gradle for build and dependency management;
• Strong background in RESTful API design and API lifecycle best practices;
• Experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL;
• Hands‑on experience developing complex, domain‑driven backend services;
• Understanding of backend requirements for AI‑enabled features, including LLM workflow integration, AI service API patterns, and backend support for intelligent or AI‑assisted user experiences;
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally;
• Upper‑intermediate English level.

NICE TO HAVES

• Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other messaging systems;
• Knowledge of event‑driven architectures;
• Experience with GraphQL and/or API Gateways;
• Exposure to hybrid API ecosystems (REST + GraphQL + async);
• Hands‑on experience integrating LLM/AI APIs;
• Previous work on AI‑enhanced or AI‑assisted product features.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Professional growth: Mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.
• Competitive compensation: USD‑based pay with education, fitness, and team activity budgets.
• Exciting projects: Modern solutions with Fortune 500 and top product companies.
• Flextime: Flexible schedule with remote and office options.