Senior Software Engineer (Backend (Java))

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Backend (Java)): Building and scaling products for the hirify.global Cloud Event Data Platform with an accent on high-throughput data modeling and distributed microservices. Focus on developing customer segmentation and predictive engagement features using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS.

Location: Galway, Ireland (Hybrid: 2–3 office days per week)

Company

AI-powered experience orchestration platform helping organizations deliver personalized customer service and improve operational efficiency.

What you will do

• Build, operate, and scale customer-facing features for the Event Data Platform.
• Develop capabilities for Customer Segmentation and Predictive Engagement to enrich agentic orchestration.
• Own services end-to-end, from technical design through to production observability.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to ideate and implement new features.
• Optimize performance and troubleshoot production systems at scale.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers to drive technical excellence.

Requirements

• 5+ years of industry experience in software engineering.
• Advanced proficiency with Java and Spring Boot for backend systems.
• Experience with NoSQL database design and data modelling for high-throughput, low-latency workloads.
• Knowledge of distributed microservice architectures and resiliency patterns (circuit breakers, rate limiting).
• Experience with AWS cloud-based technologies and CI/CD processes.
• Must be based in or able to work from the Galway office 2–3 days per week.

Nice to have

• Experience with AWS services: EC2, Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, SNS, EventBridge, or CloudFormation.
• Knowledge of Jenkins, Terraform, New Relic, Kafka, or OpenTelemetry.
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or Groovy.
• Experience using AI tooling as a co-pilot for developing production-ready code.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work schedules with flexible work-from-home options.
• Competitive pension scheme and annual bonus program.
• Comprehensive health coverage, including private insurance and dental plans.
• Continuous learning opportunities, mentoring, and clear career advancement paths.
• Family-friendly policies and paid volunteer time.

Hiring process

• Application review by Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.
• Initial Zoom interview with a Talent Acquisition Partner.
• Technical and cultural interviews with the hiring manager and team (up to five interviews total).