Senior Backend Java Architect & Microservices Lead

Madfish; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is looking for an experienced Senior Backend Java Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in architecting and developing microservices, mentoring team members, and optimizing system performance. Key requirements include over 7 years of experience in Core Java, a deep understanding of the Spring ecosystem, expertise in Docker and Kubernetes, and familiarity with AWS services. This opportunity offers a collaborative environment focused on technical excellence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial experience with Java 8 or above.
• Strong command of design patterns and enterprise architecture.
• Proficiency in advanced SQL and relational databases.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Framework and microservices.
• Experience in Docker and Kubernetes deployments.

Responsibilities

• Architect & develop distributed microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Lead technical decisions across backend stack including design patterns.
• Mentor team members and establish engineering standards.
• Optimize system performance through profiling and refactoring.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact features.

Skills

Core Java Expertise

Distributed Systems Understanding

Spring Ecosystem Knowledge

Database Management

CI/CD Automation Skills

Docker Knowledge

AWS Cloud Expertise

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Job description

A leading technology company in the UK is looking for an experienced Senior Backend Java Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in architecting and developing microservices, mentoring team members, and optimizing system performance. Key requirements include over 7 years of experience in Core Java, a deep understanding of the Spring ecosystem, expertise in Docker and Kubernetes, and familiarity with AWS services. This opportunity offers a collaborative environment focused on technical excellence.