# Backend Engineer

> Optimiza · Amman, Jordan · Full-time · Posted 2025-07-15

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Cloud & Digital Services (CDS)

## Description

We are looking for a highly skilled Backend Engineer to join our company. In this role, you will design, create, and implement various Java-based solutions for the business that will range from java microservice applications to database programming.

**Key Responsibilities**

To be successful as a Backend Engineer, you should have a specialist level of understanding and skill in developing a broad range of applications and proprietary solutions. A top-notch backend engineer will be comfortable working independently and be able to deliver top-quality, error-free work on time.

-   Design, implement and maintain **Java-based applications** that can be high-volume and low-latency
-   **Spring boot**
-   Interpreting briefs to create high-quality coding that functions according to specifications.
-   Determining application functions and building objectives with the team.
-   Ensuring that written code falls in line with the project objectives.
-   Experience in handling external and embedded databases **Mongo, MySQL**, PostgreSQL
-   Experience in **Kafka** and **Elastic Search**
-   Skilled at creating database schemas that characterize and support business processes
-   Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests 
-   In-depth knowledge of code versioning tools, for instance, Git
-   Understanding basic design principles behind a scalable application
-   Understanding of **microservice design** and architectural patterns
-   Implement **design patterns** for **distributed systems**
-   Knowledge of **hybrid cloud environments**
-   Maintenance of **Docker/Container clusters**
-   Familiar with complex event processing and event-driven architecture
-   Problem solving with other team members in the project.
-   Identifying and resolving immediate and potential issues with applications.
-   Drafting detailed reports on the work performed and projects completed.
-   Participating in group meetings to discuss projects and objectives.
-   Assisting other developers with troubleshooting, debugging, and coding.
-   Meeting deadlines on fast-paced deliverables.

·        Comply with QHSE (Quality Health Safety and Environment), Business Continuity, Information Security, Privacy, Risk, Compliance Management and Governance of Organizations policies, procedures, plans and related risk assessments.

## Requirements

**Requirements:**

·        Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering or related field

·        Minimum 5 years of experience in Backend engineering with strong computer science fundamentals

·        At least 5 years of experience in Agile development methodologies in an AI service organization or analytics industry 

·        Handson experience on **Java, Spring boot, big data/Hadoop, Docker, microservices development** – a MUST

·        At least 5 years' experience in Java-based programming.

·        Significant coding skills in Java, with other languages being a major plus.

·        Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.

·        Knowledge of current frameworks, SDKs, APIs, and libraries.

·        Excellent written and verbal communication.

·        Good organizational and time management skills.

·        A strong portfolio of top-class coding and builds to your name.

·        Ability to work with other developers and assist junior team members.

·        Meticulous at both analysis and execution.

**Ideally, you’ll also need**

·        In-depth market and domain knowledge

·        A passion for constant improvement

·        An innovative and creative approach to problem-solving

·        Excellent communication skills

·        Experience in nginx server

·        Experience in using AWS or Azure cloud services

·        A passion for constant improvement

## Benefits

Competitive salary

Class A Medical Insurance

## Apply

[Apply at Optimiza](https://apply.workable.com/optimiza-4/j/755CE4E5DF/apply)

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