Senior Backend Software Engineer

TL;DR

Senior Backend Software Engineer (Backend Development): Developing and optimizing a complex data pipeline handling millions of messages per second and terabytes of data with an accent on microservice architecture, Kafka, and Spark. Focus on designing scalable backend systems, implementing APIs, and ensuring observability and automation in a high-load environment.

Location: Hybrid work model balancing office and remote work

Company

hirify.global is a leader in digital employee experience management software, providing IT leaders with tools to proactively optimize employee digital experiences worldwide.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain a complex data pipeline processing millions of messages per second and terabytes of data
• Design and implement backend services using Java, Kafka, Spark, and microservice architecture
• Work with GraphQL, REST APIs, and ensure high-quality code with test automation and refactoring
• Collaborate with a small, close-knit team to solve complex and abstract system challenges
• Utilize Kubernetes, Helm, and Docker for deployment and orchestration

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of software development experience
• Fluent English (spoken and written)
• Strong backend development skills with excellent Java knowledge
• Experience with Kafka, Spark, microservices, SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., Clickhouse)
• Knowledge of observability tools (New Relic, DataDog) and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Helm, Docker)
• B.E/B.Tech in Computer Science or equivalent; MSc preferred

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent contract with competitive compensation
• Health insurance including dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage
• Flexible hybrid work model with structured onboarding
• Unlimited vacation plus paid holidays, sick leave, bereavement, and volunteering days
• Access to professional training platforms
• Personal accident insurance and parental leave benefits
• Bonuses for successful employee referrals