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Senior Backend Engineer

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Remote senior backend engineer (hired via Encora for client Coforge) in Costa Rica who designs, develops, and operates large-scale, high-performance, resilient backend systems in Java or Kotlin, collaborating with cross-functional teams. Requires 2+ years of related experience or an advanced degree.

Job Title: Senior Backend Engineer
Key Skills: Java, Kotlin, Backend Development, High-Performance Systems, Resilient Systems
Experience: 2+ YOE
Location: Costa Rica
Mode: Remote.

We at Coforge are hiring Senior Backend Engineer (#20921-22-6) with the following skill set.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain reliable backend solutions using modern programming languages such as Java or Kotlin.

  • Contribute to the development and operation of large-scale, high-performance, and resilient systems.

  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver robust technical solutions.

  • Continuously learn, adapt, and take on new technical challenges in a dynamic environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree with no prior experience.

  • Proficiency in one or more modern backend programming languages, such as Java, Kotlin, or similar.

  • Experience building and operating large-scale, high-performance, and resilient systems.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills in English, with the ability to work effectively across teams.

  • Curiosity and willingness to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges.

Preferred Skills:

  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

  • Exposure to large-scale, high-performance, and resilient backend environments.

  • Strong adaptability and interest in learning new technologies and tackling new technical challenges.

Posted On: 21-10-2026

At Coforge, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.

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