Senior Backend Engineer

About the roleIn this role, you’ll be responsible for developing microservices in a distributed deployment environment with an emphasis on containerisation with Docker and K8S. You won’t just be writing simple CRUD applications, but instead will be working on the core logic of complex systems that are accessed millions of times a day. We wrote our system from scratch about 3 years ago, so you’ll be working with the latest technology and won’t have to worry about decades old legacy code.A willingness to work in Springboot is fine - as long as you are willing to learn and have demonstrable experience in an object-oriented programming language.Our Stack (we don't expect you to have all of these)Language: Java 17Frameworks: Spring Boot (Tomcat, Netty), Spring Data, Spring CloudArchitecture: Microservices, REST API, Message QueuesDatabase: MySQL, MyBatis, ShardingSphere, MongoDBCaching: Redis (AWS ElastiCache), ElasticSearchMessage Queue: RocketMQCloud: Docker, Kubernetes, AWSMonitoring: Grafana, Prometheus, Loki, Tempo, AWS CloudWatch What you'll be doingDevelop highly-scalable mobile internet backends for millions of usersWork with Product Owners and other development team members to determine new features and user stories needed in new / revised applications or large/complex development projectsParticipate in code reviews with peers and managers to ensure that each increment adheres to original vision as described in the user story and all standard resource libraries and architecture patterns as appropriateRespond to support calls for applications in production for quick diagnosis and repair to keep things running smoothly for usersParticipate in all team ceremonies including planning, grooming, product demonstration and team retrospectivesMentoring less experienced team membersPotential On-Call responsibilities depending on team and tenure What you'll bring Minimum of 6+ Years within a relevant rolePreferred experience in Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Data and iBATISStrong experience with highly-scalable web backendsExperience designing highly transactional systemsAdvanced proficiency in Object Oriented Design (OOD) and analysisAdvanced proficiency in application of analysis / design engineering functionsAdvanced proficiency in application of non-functional software qualities such as resiliency and maintainabilityAdvanced proficiency in modern behavior-driven testing techniquesDeep understanding of MicroservicesProficient in SQLExpert knowledge of application development with technologies like RabbitMQ, MySQL, Redis etcStrong experience with container and cloud solutions such as Docker, Kubernetes and AWS CloudAn ability to work independentlyExcellent communication skills in EnglishWhat’s in it for youSporty is a remote first company in pursuit of sustainabilityA competitive salary + individual performance based bonuses every quarter28 days paid annual leaveOur core working hours are 10am-3pm in your local time zone with flexibility outside of thisReferral bonuses flash bonusesTop of the line equipmentAnnual company retreats to provide great internal networking opportunitiesInterview ProcessRemote video screening with our Talent Acquisition TeamOffline Take home assignmentRemote video interview with Team Members (60 Mins)Final discussion with the hiring manager (60 mins)If you're interested, we encourage you to apply! Every application is reviewed by a member of our team (AI is not used in our recruitment process), and we aim to respond within 48 hours.Originally posted on Himalayas