[Hiring] Backend Engineer - Java @Type B Digital

Role Description

As a Backend Engineer (Java), you will design, build, and maintain robust backend systems that power modern web and mobile applications. You’ll focus on scalable service architectures, API design, and secure, high-performance code. This role is ideal for engineers who are deeply familiar with the Java ecosystem and who enjoy solving complex problems through clean, maintainable backend solutions.

What You'll Do:

• Design and develop scalable RESTful or GraphQL APIs for web and mobile platforms.
• Build and maintain microservices using modern Java frameworks such as Spring Boot or Micronaut.
• Collaborate closely with frontend and DevOps teams to deliver end-to-end features.
• Write clean, testable, and performant code with a focus on maintainability and reusability.
• Integrate with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and implement best practices for scalability and resilience.
• Design and manage relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or AWS Aurora) with strong data modeling principles.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines to ensure automated, reliable deployments.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and system design discussions to maintain high-quality standards.
• Implement best practices for security, logging, and monitoring in backend systems.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of professional experience as a backend or full-stack engineer.
• Strong proficiency in Java 11+, Spring Boot, and RESTful API design.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented design, design patterns, and software architecture principles.
• Experience with cloud services (AWS preferred – ECS, EKS, S3, RDS, IAM).
• Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for containerized deployments.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform is a plus.
• Strong database management skills (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a distributed team.

Requirements

• Experience with event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.).
• Exposure to multi-tenant architectures and SaaS platforms.
• Familiarity with Go or Node.js for microservice interoperability.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation in USD.
• Flexible remote work environment.
• Participate in monthly onsite team-building and engagement events designed to foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to educational benefits for professional development.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and North American clients.