Backend Engineer (Kotlin) - Remote Work | REF#294167

BairesDev; Distrito Capital; Remote; VES 80,000,000 - 115,556,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote work

USD compensation or local currency

Hardware provided

Flexible hours

Paid parental leaves & holidays

Global mentorship & growth

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Backend Engineer (Kotlin) to design and maintain scalable server-side applications within the JVM ecosystem. You will contribute as a technical leader, building robust microservices and distributed systems using Kotlin.

The role emphasizes RESTful APIs, data persistence with PostgreSQL, Kafka-based event streaming, and collaboration with global teams. This 100% remote position offers USD compensation and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in JVM-based backend development.
• Deep expertise in Kotlin for building microservices and distributed systems.
• Proven experience with Spring Boot and its integration with Kotlin.
• Strong proficiency in data persistence using Spring Data JPA and PostgreSQL.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for asynchronous messaging and event-driven architecture.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Kotlin and Spring Boot.
• Build and optimize RESTful APIs to ensure seamless service communication and good user experiences.
• Implement efficient data persistence layers using JPA and PostgreSQL to manage complex entities.
• Orchestrate event-driven architectures and real-time data flows with Kafka and AWS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable microservices that meet enterprise standards.
• Write clean, maintainable code and implement comprehensive unit tests to ensure reliability.

Skills

Kotlin

Spring Boot

PostgreSQL

Kafka

English

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

As a Backend Engineer specializing in Kotlin, you will design and maintain scalable server-side applications within the JVM ecosystem. You will serve as a key technical contributor, leveraging Kotlin’s modern features to build robust microservices and distributed systems that outperform traditional Java implementations.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Kotlin and Spring Boot.
• Build and optimize RESTful APIs to ensure seamless communication between services and high-quality user experiences.
• Implement efficient data persistence layers using JPA and PostgreSQL to manage complex business entities.
• Orchestrate event-driven architectures and real-time data flows utilizing Kafka and AWS infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable microservices that meet rigorous enterprise standards.
• Write clean, maintainable code and implement comprehensive unit tests to ensure system reliability and performance.

What We Are Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in Software Engineering with a focus on JVM-based backend development.
• Deep expertise in Kotlin for building microservices and distributed systems.
• Proven experience with Spring Boot and its integration with Kotlin.
• Strong proficiency in data persistence using Spring Data JPA and PostgreSQL.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for asynchronous messaging and event-driven architecture.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!