Middle Java Backend Developer - Spring Boot & Microservices

NTT DATA Europe & Latam; Emilia-Romagna; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA Europe & Latam is seeking a Mid-Level Backend Developer to join our team in Italy. You will build and enhance backend services using Java and Spring Boot in a microservices architecture, following an API-first approach to deliver reliable and scalable solutions.

As part of a collaborative Agile environment, you will contribute to REST API development, support performance improvements, and work with QA, DevOps, and product owners to achieve sprint goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of backend development experience with Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience designing REST APIs and working with microservices.
• Proficient with relational databases (Oracle DB or MySQL) and GitLab.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and Agile/Scrum mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend components using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement REST APIs and support microservices-based solutions.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, QA, DevOps and Product Owners to deliver features.
• Support defect analysis, performance tuning and code quality improvements.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint goals.

Skills

Backend development

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

Agile/Scrum

SQL/Relational databases

CI/CD

Cloud basics

GitLab

Education

BSc/MSc in Computer Science

Tools

Spring Boot

Job description

Who We Are

Join the team as a Mid-Level Backend Developer and contribute to building and enhancing backend services using Java and Spring Boot. You’ll work in a microservices-based environment, following an API-first approach to deliver reliable and scalable solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and maintain backend components using Java and Spring Boot


• Implement REST APIs and support microservices-based solutions


• Collaborate with senior engineers, QA, DevOps and Product Owners to deliver features


• Support defect analysis, performance tuning and code quality improvements


• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint goals

What You’ll Bring Along

• BSc/MSc in Computer Science or related field


• At least 3-5 years of backend development experience with Java and Spring Boot


• Experience with REST APIs and understanding of microservices concepts


• Familiarity with relational databases like Oracle DB or MySQL, Gitlab and software development best practices


• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments is considered an advantage


• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in Agile/Scrum teams