Backend Software Developer

Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality backend services and APIs using
• Java, Spring, and Spring Boot.
• Architect and implement microservices that are scalable, resilient, and secure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new
• features.
• Optimize existing systems for performance and scalability.
• Work with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) to deploy and manage services.
• Ensure code quality through unit testing, integration testing, and code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, ensuring the stability and
• performance of the applications.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and
• practices.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experience: 3-4 years of hands-on experience in backend development using
• Java.
• Proficiency in:
• Java, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot.
• Building and deploying microservices.
• Working with relational databases, particularly MySQL.
• Cloud Tool & Technologies: Exposure with cloud platforms such as AWS or
• Azure.
• Familiarity with: Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization/orchestration
• tools.
• Understanding of: RESTful APIs and web services.
• Version Control: Proficient in Git and version control workflows.
• Problem-solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Exposure to front-end technologies is a plus.