Junior Java Software Engineer

About the Role:

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Software Engineer (Java) to join our backend engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to building scalable, high-performance backend systems using modern Java technologies. You will work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to develop reliable microservices and RESTful APIs while gaining hands-on experience with enterprise-level architectures. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates or early-career professionals eager to learn and grow in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Backend Development & Quality Assurance:

• Develop, test, and maintain backend services using Java Spring Boot.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs to support web applications.
• Work with microservices architecture, ensuring scalability and performance.
• Implement and manage message queues (RabbitMQ/Kafka) and caching mechanisms (Redis).
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve backend issues to ensure system reliability.
  
  
  

Collaboration & Delivery:

• Collaborate with frontend developers, QA, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving backend development standards.
• Assist in translating functional requirements into technical implementations.
• Follow Agile/Scrum practices to ensure timely and high-quality deliveries.
  
  
  

Innovation & Continuous Learning:

• Stay updated with modern Java frameworks and backend development trends.
• Gain exposure to database design and optimization using PostgreSQL.
• Continuously improve technical skills and adopt best engineering practices.
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Java (Java 8 or higher) and OOP concepts & algorithms.
• 1 year hands-on experience with Spring Boot and RESTful API development.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture.
• Experience with RabbitMQ, Redis, and PostgreSQL.
• Working knowledge of Git or other version control systems.
• Basic understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Eagerness to learn, strong problem-solving skills, and a team-oriented mindset.
  
  
  

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Hibernate / JPA.
• Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
• Exposure to frontend frameworks such as React or Angular.