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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Java Backend Developer - **Company:** Snowrelic Inc - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Performance Management, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Couchbase Servers, Software Debugging, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Github, Apache JMeter, PostgreSQL, NoSQL, Oracle (Applications), Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Software Organization, Performance Testing, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Grafana, Spring-boot, Vert.x, Backend, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, Cassandra, Apache Kafka, Reactive Programming, Kibana, Restful APIs, Cucumber (Software), Splunk, Jenkins, Golang, Microservices - **Published:** September 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840615581-senior-java-backend-developer ## About the Role Mandatory Skills * Strong experience with Java 8+ (Java 11 and Java 17 preferred). * Solid hands-on experience with Spring Boot. * Strong understanding of Microservices Architecture. * Experience with Apache Kafka and event-driven integrations. * Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases, including: + Oracle + PostgreSQL + Couchbase + Cassandra * Knowledge of CI/CD and DevOps tools including: + Jenkins + GitHub + Splunk + Kibana + Grafana * Experience developing RESTful APIs and distributed systems. * Strong understanding of Git version control and software development best practices. * Experience with unit testing and Test-Driven Development (TDD). * Familiarity with cloud computing concepts and infrastructure technologies. Preferred Skills * Experience with GoLang (minimum 1 year preferred but not mandatory). * Knowledge of reactive programming frameworks such as Vert.x. * Experience with testing tools/frameworks such as: + Cucumber (BDD) + JMeter (Performance Testing) * Experience building high-throughput, high-availability applications. * Knowledge of caching technologies and strategies. * Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. * Technical certifications related to Java, Cloud, Microservices, or DevOps., * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field. * Equivalent professional experience will also be considered. * Approximately 5 years of hands-on software development experience using the technologies listed above. ## Description We are seeking a talented Java Backend Engineer to join our client's technology team in London. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend applications using modern Java technologies and microservices architecture., As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to building world-class software solutions through best development practices, reusable components, automation, and continuous improvement. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and reliable applications that support business-critical operations., * Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade backend applications using Java and Spring Boot. * Build scalable microservices and event-driven systems for high-availability environments. * Participate in code reviews, testing activities, and quality assurance processes. * Debug and resolve software defects while ensuring high code quality standards. * Support software deployment, monitoring, and maintenance across development, testing, and production environments. * Automate application deployments and CI/CD processes. * Optimize application performance and scalability based on business demand. * Collaborate with architects, developers, QA teams, and DevOps engineers throughout the software development lifecycle. * Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing., Desired Technical Stack * Java 8 / 11 / 17 * Spring Boot * Microservices * Apache Kafka * REST APIs * Oracle / PostgreSQL * Couchbase / Cassandra * Jenkins * GitHub * Splunk / Kibana / Grafana * CI/CD Pipelines * Cloud Technologies ## Related Videos - [Debug a Kubernetes Operator](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/487-debug-a-kubernetes-operator) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Kubernetes Native Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/383-kubernetes-native-java) - [Practical performance tuning for Serverless Java on AWS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2075-practical-performance-tuning-for-serverless-java-on-aws) - [Add Location-based Searching to Site with ElasticSearch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/77-add-location-based-searching-to-site-with-elasticsearch) ## Related Articles - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe)