Senior Backend Java Engineer

Senior Backend Java Engineer

Job Description

Senior Development Engineer – Backend

Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Development Engineer to join a small, fast-moving engineering team. This role is focused on backend development using Java and Spring Boot, with an emphasis on building scalable, high-quality services that align with business objectives.
You will work closely with product managers and other engineering teams to deliver impactful features, operating with a high degree of autonomy and ownership.

Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and test backend services and APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
Translate product requirements and user stories into scalable, maintainable solutions.
Own implementation of features from the product backlog end-to-end.
Estimate and size user stories, contributing to sprint planning and prioritization.
Write clean, well-tested code, including unit and automated tests.
Validate deliverables against acceptance criteria and ensure high-quality releases.
Collaborate closely with product managers and cross-functional engineering teams.
Follow agile development practices, including iterative delivery and continuous improvement.
Contribute to technical discussions, architecture decisions, and code reviews.
Partner with infrastructure, security, and other teams to ensure robust and compliant solutions.

Required Qualifications
5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
Strong proficiency in Java and backend service development.
Deep experience with Spring Boot and building RESTful APIs.
Proven ability to work independently and deliver high-quality code with minimal oversight.
Strong understanding of agile development practices (user stories, sprints, iterative delivery).
Experience with unit testing, test-driven development (TDD), and test automation.
Ability to collaborate effectively with product and engineering stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Kotlin.
Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or other cloud environments.
Experience in AdTech or order management systems would be a plus.
Experience with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools for production systems.
Exposure to or experience with Generative AI–based solutions or integrations.
Prior experience working in small, high-impact teams.

Team & Work Environment
Team size: 5 engineers
Cross-functional collaboration with Product and other engineering teams.
Fast-paced, agile environment with a focus on ownership and delivery.

What We’re Looking For
Strong hands-on engineering skills with attention to code quality and scalability.
Self-starter who can quickly ramp up and contribute.
Comfortable working independently while staying aligned with team goals.
Effective communicator who can bridge technical and product discussions.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must Have
Backend: Java, Kotlin - Frontend: ReactJS, Mongo DB
Java Springboot

Nice To Have
AdTech
GCP
Gen AI solutions
Kotlin

Notes:
Onsite Tues/Wed

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.