Job Description
Job Title: Senior Backend Developer – Java & Cloud
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Skills: Java, Spring boot, microservices, AWS, AI/ML-enabled development or up-to-date developer tools
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Location: Brisbane
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Employment Type: Full-Time
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Role Overview
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer with strong expertise in building scalable, cloud-native, and microservices-based applications.
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The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in backend development using Java and modern frameworks, along with exposure to distributed systems, event-driven architectures, and cloud platforms. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing backend services for high-performance applications.
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Key Responsibilities
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Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs using Java (Spring Boot)
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Build and deploy microservices-based applications with a focus on scalability and reliability
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Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following best practices
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Contribute to system design discussions and assist in defining scalable backend architectures
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Develop low-level designs (LLD) and support high-level designs where required
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Implement event-driven and distributed system patterns using tools like Kafka
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Define and consume RESTful APIs and integration services
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Work with cloud platforms, primarily AWS, to build and deploy applications
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Collaborate in implementing CI/CD pipelines and automation processes
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Support containerization and orchestration using Kubernetes
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Follow DevOps and cloud-native engineering best practices
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Performance & Reliability
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Build systems that are highly scalable, low-latency, and resilient
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Perform performance tuning, debugging, and optimization of backend services
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Ensure application security, reliability, and fault tolerance
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Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
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Work closely with frontend developers, architects, QA, and DevOps teams
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Translate functional and technical requirements into working solutions
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Participate in code reviews and design discussions
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Provide guidance to junior developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing
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Promote best practices in coding, testing, and documentation
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Support a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
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Required Skills & Experience
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8–10+ years of experience in backend development
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Strong hands-on experience in:
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API development and integration (REST, API gateways like Apigee or similar)
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Solid understanding of distributed systems and backend design principles
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Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
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Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills
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Preferred Skills
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Exposure to event-driven and domain-driven design (DDD)
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Experience working with high-traffic, mission-critical applications
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Familiarity with AI/ML-enabled development or modern developer tools
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Knowledge of security best practices in backend development
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📌 Senior Backend Developer - Java & Cloud (Queensland)
🏢 Coforge
📍 Queensland