Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

PATSNAP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI-powered IP intelligence firm is seeking a Java Backend Engineer in Singapore. The successful candidate will take full ownership of backend system design and development, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability. Responsibilities include architecting robust solutions, leading projects, and optimizing databases. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, with over 3 years of experience in Java development and a solid understanding of Spring frameworks and microservices architecture. Join a dynamic team driving innovation in backend services.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in Java backend development.
• Strong understanding of Spring/Spring Boot frameworks and RESTful API design.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement robust backend solutions in Java.
• Lead end-to-end projects with minimal supervision.
• Optimize performance and scalability of backend systems.

Skills

Java backend development

Spring/Spring Boot frameworks

RESTful API design

Microservices architecture

Database optimization

CI/CD pipelines

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

SQL databases

NoSQL databases

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About PatSnap

Patsnap empowers IP and R&D teams by providing better answers, so they can make faster decisions with more confidence. Founded in 2007, Patsnap is the global leader in AI-powered IP and R&D intelligence. Our domain-specific LLM, trained on our extensive proprietary innovation data, coupled with Hiro, our AI assistant, delivers actionable insights that increase productivity for IP tasks by 75% and reduce R&D wastage by 25%. IP and R&D teams collaborate better with a user-friendly platform across the entire innovation lifecycle. Over 15,000 companies trust Patsnap to innovate faster with AI, including NASA, Tesla, PayPal, Sanofi, Dow Chemical, and Wilson Sonsini.

About the role

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Java Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. You will take full ownership of backend system design and development, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability. You will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation in our backend services.

Responsibilities

• Architect, Design, and Implement robust backend solutions in Java to support new features and products.
• Lead End-to-End Projects: Own the entire development cycle (from requirements gathering to production deployment) with minimal supervision.
• Optimize Performance & Scalability: Conduct code reviews, optimize databases, and fine-tune microservices to maintain responsive and reliable systems under high traffic.
• Ensure Code Quality & Best Practices: Establish and enforce coding standards, testing strategies, and documentation for the team.
• Collaboration: Share knowledge on Java best practices, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and DevOps to deliver cohesive, high-quality releases on schedule.
• Troubleshoot and Debug: Diagnose issues in production, implement long-term fixes, and proactively prevent downtime or regressions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in Java backend development.
• Strong understanding of Spring/Spring Boot frameworks, RESTful API design, and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency with SQL/NoSQL databases, and knowledge of database performance optimization.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead projects from concept to deployment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems in production environments.