Senior Backend Engineer: Java, Spring, Kafka & Cloud

NQX Philippines; Manila; Remote; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

NQX Philippines is seeking an experienced backend engineer to develop and maintain scalable Java/Spring services. You will design RESTful APIs, implement event-driven workflows with Kafka, and deploy in OpenShift.

The role emphasizes SSDLC, testing, and robust observability in a cloud-native setting. The position requires 5+ years in enterprise backend development, strong database and API design skills, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Java/Spring backend service development.
• Real-time event processing with Kafka/Kafka Streams.
• Microservices with Docker/OpenShift deployment.
• PostgreSQL/Oracle PL/SQL and NoSQL experience.
• Familiarity with TMF OpenAPI standards for telecom ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain backend services and APIs.
• Design and document RESTful APIs for reliable integrations.
• Build event-driven solutions using Kafka and streaming.
• Apply SSDLC practices to produce secure, maintainable code.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and ensure observability.

Skills

Java & Spring

Event‑Driven Architecture

Microservices & Containerization

Database Expertise

TMF Forum Standards

Education

University degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

OpenShift

Kafka

Kafka Streams

Kafka Connect

PostgreSQL

Oracle PL/SQL

ElasticSearch

Grafana

Dynatrace

Swagger/OpenAPI

JUnit

OpenShift

Job description

NQX Philippines is seeking an experienced backend engineer to develop and maintain scalable Java/Spring services. You will design RESTful APIs, implement event-driven workflows with Kafka, and deploy in OpenShift.

The role emphasizes SSDLC, testing, and robust observability in a cloud-native setting. The position requires 5+ years in enterprise backend development, strong database and API design skills, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.