Senior Backend Engineer

Sporty Group - In this role, you'll be responsible for developing microservices in a distributed deployment environment with an emphasis on containerisation with Docker and Kubernetes. You won't just be writing simple CRUD applications, but instead will be working on the core logic of complex systems accessed millions of times a day.

Stack:
- Language: Java 17
- Frameworks: Spring Boot (Tomcat, Netty), Spring Data, Spring Cloud
- Architecture: Microservices, REST API, Message Queues
- Database: MySQL, MyBatis, ShardingSphere, MongoDB
- Caching: Redis (AWS ElastiCache), Elasticsearch
- Message Queue: RocketMQ
- Cloud: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS
- Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus, Loki, Tempo, AWS CloudWatch

What you'll be doing:
- Develop highly-scalable mobile internet backends for millions of users
- Work with Product Owners to determine new features and user stories
- Participate in code reviews with peers and managers
- Respond to support calls for applications in production
- Mentor less experienced team members

What you'll bring:
- Minimum 6+ years within a relevant role
- Preferred experience in Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Data and iBATIS
- Strong experience with highly-scalable web backends
- Deep understanding of Microservices
- Strong experience with Docker, Kubernetes and AWS

Benefits:
- 100% remote-first company
- Competitive salary + quarterly performance bonuses
- 28 days paid annual leave
- Annual company retreats