Backend Software Engineer (Java)

TL;DR

Backend Software Engineer (Java): Building and maintaining scalable backend services and APIs powering millions of user interactions with an accent on system performance, reliability, and clean code. Focus on designing backend features, collaborating cross-functionally, and applying AI tools to enhance development impact.

Location: Remote across Australia and New Zealand with campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide

Company

hirify.global is a leading product company redefining how the world experiences design through a collaborative and innovative engineering culture.

What you will do

• Design and implement backend features within existing service architectures
• Build and maintain scalable services powering user experiences and internal systems
• Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable production-grade code
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and frontend engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions
• Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and technical discussions
• Contribute to system health by improving observability, fixing bugs, and enhancing performance

Requirements

• Must be experienced in building backend systems using Java in production environments
• Strong Java fundamentals including multithreading, service design, and performance optimisation
• Understanding of distributed systems and RESTful API development
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently from design to deployment
• Proficiency in engineering best practices such as testing, monitoring, and documentation
• Experience using AI tools in programming to enhance development impact

Culture & Benefits

• Equity packages to share in company success
• Inclusive parental leave supporting all parents and carers
• Annual allowance for wellbeing, social connection, and office setup
• Flexible leave options to support work-life balance and personal recharge
• Supportive engineering community focused on mentorship, ownership, and excellence

Hiring process

• Virtual interviews including interactive, real-time challenges
• Assessment of AI skills through problem-solving with AI tools
• Focus on experience, skills, passion, and cultural fit