Overview We are seeking a highly motivated Backend Developer with strong expertise in Java and Spring Boot to design, build, and scale robust backend services. In this role, you will be responsible for developing high-performance APIs, contributing to microservices architecture, and ensuring seamless integration with frontend applications, including React-based interfaces. You will work closely with cross-functional teams across product, engineering, and operations to deliver scalable and reliable solutions. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in backend development, a passion for clean and efficient code, and experience building cloud-native applications with modern DevOps practices. This role offers the opportunity to work on distributed systems, integrate with enterprise platforms, and contribute to building next-generation, real-time applications Responsibilities Support the vision and be part of the team of engineers to build and support digital products and solutions (DPS) across S&T core priorities  Should be able to design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge applications, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with product managers, Scrum masters and team leads to take user stories and code them with proper development standards. Support software development strategy utilizing industry standards. Create roadmap and timing of implementation of the roadmap based on business requirements and strategy.  Support expanding DPS capabilities through a customer obsessed, services-driven digital solutions platform that leverages data and AI to deliver automated and personalized experiences  Help problem solve delivery impediments, risks, issues, and changes tied to the engineering initiatives to the stakeholders  Interact with key business partners to recommend solutions that best meet the strategic needs of the business  Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 7+ years of software development experience, with a strong focus on backend development using Java and Spring Boot. Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and backend frameworks, with working knowledge of React.js for frontend integration. Strong experience in building and consuming RESTful APIs, and familiarity with GraphQL and third-party service integrations. Solid understanding of microservices architecture, API design principles, and backend system scalability. Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or NoSQL systems, including data modeling and performance tuning. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and experience in deploying backend services in cloud environments. Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and DevOps practices. Understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT, etc.). Knowledge of frontend-backend integration, including working with React-based applications. Strong grasp of software design principles, design patterns, and best practices for backend development. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global teams.