Sr. Java Backend Engineer

Novanta; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global technology company in Barcelona seeks a Senior Backend Developer to enhance their cloud-based RFID management platform. You will collaborate with the lead backend developer to maintain and expand highly scalable backend services. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of Java experience, strong database skills, and familiarity with microservices architecture. The company offers a dynamic work environment with flexibility, opportunities for growth, and a competitive benefits package.

Servicios

Flexible working hours

23 days off + 2 extra

Working from home possibility

Dynamic work environment

Online training support

Formación

• 5+ years of proven Java applications development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java backend programming with the Spring framework.
• Experience with relational databases and query optimization.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain backend services for cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with Lead Backend Engineer on system architecture.
• Implement backend features and optimize database queries.

Conocimientos

Java applications development

Spring framework

Database optimization

RESTful API design

Cloud platforms

Microservices architecture

Git version control

Problem-solving

Fluent in English

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Herramientas

PostgreSQL

MySQL

AWS

Azure

GCP

Oracle Java certification

Descripción del empleo

Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing.

Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.

Summary

We are seeking a senior Backend Developer to join our cloud development team and work alongside our lead backend Java developer. You will be responsible for maintaining and expanding our cloud-based RFID management platform, ensuring scalable and reliable backend services for our global customer base. This role offers the opportunity to learn and contribute to a critical system while helping to reduce single points of failure.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services for our cloud platformin Java and Spring framework
• Collaborate with the Lead Backend Engineer to learn existing system architecture and best practices
• Implement new backend features and API endpoints as required
• Optimize database queries and improve system performance
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues in production environments
• Participate in system design discussions and architecture decisions
• Create and maintain technical documentation for backend systems
• Support integration with RFID hardware and third-party services

Your Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of proven Java applications development
• Strong proficiency in Java backend programming(Spring framework is a big plus)
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and query optimization
• Strong knowledge ofRESTful API design and development
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization
• Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and agile development practices
• Knowledge of RFID technology or IoT systems is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Fluent in English (Spanish is a big advantage)
• Oracle Java certification is a big plus

Our Profile

• Company that designs and manufactures worldwide RFID equipment for the retail sector
• Flexible working hours
• 23 days off + 2 days extra
• 1-2 days per week working from home possibility
• Young and dynamic work environment
• New 4000sqm corporate building next to Westfield La Maquinista
• Specialty coffee, tea and table tennis
• Support for online training programs
• Ability to grow in a fast-paced international company

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

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