Kotlin backend Developer

Omega Hires; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Kotlin backend developer to design and develop scalable backend services and optimize APIs. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in backend development, strong skills in Java and Kotlin, and familiarity with Kafka and cloud-native services. This is a remote role located in Phoenix, AZ with a focus on collaborative agile practices.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of backend development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java and Kotlin.
• Hands-on experience with Kafka and cloud-native microservices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend services using Kotlin.
• Build and optimize REST/GraphQL APIs and microservices.
• Collaborate in Agile teams and ensure automated testing.

Skills

Kotlin

Java

Kafka

REST APIs

GraphQL

Agile methodologies

Tools

PostgreSQL

Redis

Couchbase

Job description

Job Title:Kotlin backend Developer
Location:Phoenix, AZ (Remote)
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Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop backend services usingKotlinwith a strong focus on scalability and performance.

• Build and optimizeREST/GraphQL APIsandmicroservices.

• Work withKafkaor other streaming platforms for real-time data processing.

• Manage and optimizerelational (PostgreSQL)andnon-relational (Redis, Couchbase)databases.

• Collaborate inAgile teams, participate in code reviews, and ensureautomated testingand CI/CD best practices.

• (Bonus) Work withfinancial data, third-party integrations, and high-throughput systems.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of backend development experience.

• Strong proficiency inJava and Kotlin.

• Hands-on experience withKafka, databases, and cloud-native microservices.

• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.