Senior Backend Engineer — Java Microservices & Mentorship

Lorien; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their Retail Development team in Leeds. You will design and build scalable Java microservices, mentor engineers, and enhance retail systems. Ideal candidates have strong experience in Java, Spring Framework, and microservices architecture, as well as proficiency in AWS and Docker. This role emphasizes technical excellence and collaboration, making it a vital position in shaping future retail systems.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java development and Spring Framework.
• Expertise in microservices architecture.
• Proficiency with AWS, Docker, SQL/NoSQL, and automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Java microservices using Spring Framework.
• Architect scalable, fault‑tolerant systems.
• Improve code quality, reduce technical debt, and enhance CI/CD pipelines.
• Mentor developers and foster a culture of growth.
• Participate in production support and on‑call rotation.

Skills

Java development

Spring Framework

Microservices architecture

Messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

AWS

Docker

SQL/NoSQL

Automated testing

Agile delivery mindset

DevOps experience

Job description

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their Retail Development team in Leeds. You will design and build scalable Java microservices, mentor engineers, and enhance retail systems. Ideal candidates have strong experience in Java, Spring Framework, and microservices architecture, as well as proficiency in AWS and Docker. This role emphasizes technical excellence and collaboration, making it a vital position in shaping future retail systems.