Backend Developer (Java, Cloud)

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
Your main duties will include designing, developing and maintaining the next generation IBM application monitoring platform. You’ll rapidly prototype new features and PoCs that solve real customer problems. You’ll help design and architect robust, scalable solutions for a modern SaaS offering, as well as participate in requirements gathering, sprint planning, design, and technical review to support the overall achievement of business objectives.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise
7+ year experience Java, REST API candidates in the following:

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent years of professional experience in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in Back-end development with practical experience in Java, REST API and Datatbase technologies.
• Practical knowledge of using Version Control Systems such as GitHub.
• Sound knowledge of databases, handling APIs, network requests, and general data manipulation.
• Understanding of large-scale application development and cloud architecture, with work experience.
• Proven experience with Engineering best practices, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Strong familiarity with Java, REST API is highly desirable.
• Experience with building CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions.
• Prior experience working with Terraform to manage infrastructure.
• Aptitude for learning and applying new technologies.
• Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and ability to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.
• Competitive experience in start-ups or a fast-paced enterprise environment.