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# Senior Backend Engineer (Java/Go) - Cloud-Native, Kubernetes

- **Company:** Persistent Systems
- **Location:** Belfast, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), OpenShift, Backend, Containerization, Kubernetes, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840620676-senior-backend-engineer-javago-cloud-native-kubernetes

## About the Role

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, strong Python and distributed systems expertise, and hands-on experience with containerization, DevOps practices, and cloud
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## Description

Persistent Systems in Belfast, Northern Ireland, is seeking a highly skilled Python Developer to design and build scalable backend systems leveraging cloud-native and microservices architectures. This role focuses on developing robust RESTful APIs, containerized applications, and deploying solutions on Kubernetes/OpenShift.


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