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Software Engineer – Backend (Java / Spring Boot)

Summary

Builds secure, scalable banking microservices in Java/Spring Boot on Azure, focusing on REST APIs, security, and cloud-native deployment.

Location: Dubai, UAE

Experience: 7+ Years

Platform: CIBG

Contract Duration: 12 Months

Number of Positions: 45

Joining: Immediate

Role Overview:

We are looking for experienced Backend Software Engineers to design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade backend services, APIs, and microservices using Java and Spring Boot. The role supports secure, scalable, resilient banking applications across digital, mobile, and internet banking channels.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade backend services, APIs, and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
  • Build secure, scalable, resilient, and high-performance banking applications.
  • Develop RESTful APIs and event-driven services aligned with enterprise API standards and governance frameworks.
  • Deploy and support applications on Microsoft Azure using cloud-native services and container platforms.
  • Implement OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, JWT, API security, encryption, and secure coding practices.
  • Work with relational and NoSQL databases across enterprise applications.

Delivery

  • Troubleshoot production issues and optimize application performance.
  • Support release management activities.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies, design reviews, code reviews, and CI/CD implementation.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 5+ years of backend development experience, including at least 3 years building Spring Boot microservices.
  • Strong expertise in Java 17+, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Security, and Microservices Architecture.
  • Hands-on experience with REST APIs, OpenAPI/Swagger, and API lifecycle management.
  • Experience with Azure services including AKS, App Services, Key Vault, Storage, Application Insights, and Azure DevOps.
  • Experience with Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, and Redis.
  • Strong understanding of design patterns, distributed systems, resilience, and fault-tolerance mechanisms.

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