# Backend Engineer - Java Spring Boot (Intermediate & Senior) at Sumara Technology Sumara Technology is hiring a remote Backend Engineer - Java Spring Boot (Intermediate & Senior). Location requirements: United Arab Emirates. Source: https://himalayas.app/companies/sumara-technology/jobs/backend-engineer-java-spring-boot-intermediate-senior ## About the job | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Company | [Sumara Technology](https://himalayas.app/companies/sumara-technology) | | Job type | Full Time | | Experience level | Senior | | Location requirements | United Arab Emirates | | Hiring timezones | UTC+4 | | Experience | 3 years minimum | | Posted on | 2026-10-14 | | Apply before | 2026-12-13 | | Job categories | [Backend Engineer](https://himalayas.app/jobs/backend-engineer), [Java Developer](https://himalayas.app/jobs/java-developer), [Software Engineer](https://himalayas.app/jobs/software-engineer), [API Developer](https://himalayas.app/jobs/api-developer), [Cloud Engineer](https://himalayas.app/jobs/cloud-engineer), [Senior Backend Developer (Java Spring AWS)](https://himalayas.app/jobs/senior-backend-developer-%28java-spring-aws%29), [Senior Java Backend Engineer](https://himalayas.app/jobs/senior-java-backend-engineer), [Senior Java Backend Developer](https://himalayas.app/jobs/senior-java-backend-developer), [Senior Java Developer (Spring Boot)](https://himalayas.app/jobs/senior-java-developer-%28spring-boot%29), [Java Backend Engineer](https://himalayas.app/jobs/java-backend-engineer), [Backend Java Developer](https://himalayas.app/jobs/backend-java-developer), [Java Backend Developer](https://himalayas.app/jobs/java-backend-developer) | | Skills | [Java](https://himalayas.app/jobs/java), [Spring Boot](https://himalayas.app/jobs/spring-boot), [Spring Framework](https://himalayas.app/jobs/spring-framework), [REST APIs](https://himalayas.app/jobs/rest-apis), [Microservices](https://himalayas.app/jobs/microservices), [Spring Security](https://himalayas.app/jobs/spring-security), [Kafka](https://himalayas.app/jobs/kafka), [Docker](https://himalayas.app/jobs/docker), [Kubernetes](https://himalayas.app/jobs/kubernetes), [Junit](https://himalayas.app/jobs/junit), [Mockito](https://himalayas.app/jobs/mockito), [AWS](https://himalayas.app/jobs/aws), [PostgreSQL](https://himalayas.app/jobs/postgresql), [MySQL](https://himalayas.app/jobs/mysql), [DynamoDB](https://himalayas.app/jobs/dynamodb), [Git](https://himalayas.app/jobs/git), [CI CD Pipelines](https://himalayas.app/jobs/ci-cd-pipelines), [Jenkins](https://himalayas.app/jobs/jenkins), [GitHub Actions](https://himalayas.app/jobs/github-actions), [Agile Development](https://himalayas.app/jobs/agile-development), [SQL](https://himalayas.app/jobs/sql), [GitHub](https://himalayas.app/jobs/github) | ## Job description ```text At Sumara Technology, we rely on a dynamic team of engineers to solve the many challenges and puzzles of our rapidly evolving technical stack. We’re seeking a full stack developer who is ready to work with new technologies and architectures in a forward-thinking organization that’s always pushing boundaries. The ideal candidate has experience building scalable backend systems a firm understanding of system design, APIs, databases, and event driven messaging systems. The Backend Engineer will join a small squad that uses new technology to solve challenges for both the front-end and back-end architecture, ultimately delivering amazing experiences for global users. Requirements - 3+ years of professional software development experience - Strong proficiency in Java, with hands-on experience in Spring Boot and Spring Framework - Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and working with microservices architectures - Familiarity with Spring Security for authentication and authorization - Experience with Apache Kafka or similar event-driven messaging systems - Good understanding of Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration - Proficiency in unit and integration testing using tools like JUnit and Mockito - Experience working with AWS cloud services. - Strong understanding of SQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and optionally NoSQL like DynamoDB - Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions), and agile development methodologies - Solid grasp of system design principles, application security, and scalable architectures Responsibilities - Design, build, and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure backend services using Java Spring Boot - Implement and manage authentication/authorization using Spring Security - Integrate and manage message-driven systems using Kafka or similar tools - Develop and deploy applications using Docker and Kubernetes - Write unit, integration, and performance tests to ensure code quality and system reliability - Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support continuous integration and automated deployments - Troubleshoot and resolve production issues and performance bottlenecks - Work closely with architects, DevOps engineers, and product teams to meet business goals - Follow best practices for code quality, application performance, and documentation - Collaborate in agile development cycles. - Stay current with advancements in the Java ecosystem and propose improvements to existing processes Benefits - Competitive salary. - Market standard required EOSB. - Health insurance. - Team building events, career mentorship, and strong company culture. Location - Remote, based in UAE. - Client is in the UK and works UK hours- so some alignment in working hours is preferred. - Sumara will secure a UAE visa and work permit. Hiring Process - Technical interview with our team. - System design interview & technical task. - Meet our founders interview. ``` ## How to apply Apply on Himalayas: [Backend Engineer - Java Spring Boot (Intermediate & Senior) at Sumara Technology](https://himalayas.app/companies/sumara-technology/jobs/backend-engineer-java-spring-boot-intermediate-senior) Jobs on Himalayas never require payment from applicants. Never send money to a company. ## About Sumara Technology Sumara Technology is a Dubai-based technology consulting firm that partners with financial services companies to deliver ambitious technical projects through strategy, execution, and launch support. 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