[Job - 23072] Back-end Engineer (Java/Kotlin Spring Boot + Neo4j/MySQL)
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Aurora – Prod_ Aurora /
Hybrid
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Job Purpose
As a Back-end Engineer, you will contribute to developing scalable back-end services and APIs that power modern applications. You will work with microservices architectures, integrate with diverse database systems including graph and relational databases, and deploy solutions on cloud infrastructure. Working in an agile, client-focused environment, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams while growing your expertise in back-end development and cloud technologies.
Key Accountabilities
Back-End Services Development
Develop and maintain microservices using Java/Kotlin Spring Boot
Build RESTful APIs that effectively serve front-end applications and integrate with external systems
Implement business logic and data access layers following established patterns and best practices
Debug and troubleshoot complex issues in production environments and contribute to system reliability
Database Integration & Development
Work with graph (e.g., Neo4j) and relational (e.g., MySQL) database technologies to implement data access patterns
Develop efficient queries and database operations for different data models and access patterns
Implement data validation, transformation, and migration procedures
Contribute to database schema design and optimization efforts
Cloud Development & Deployment
Deploy and maintain applications on cloud infrastructure using modern cloud platforms, particularly AWS
Implement monitoring and logging solutions to ensure application health and performance
Work with containerized deployments using technologies like Docker and cloud container services
Contribute to infrastructure as code practices and automated deployment pipelines
Collaborative Engineering & Growth
Work closely with senior engineers, front-end developers, and other team members to deliver integrated solutions
Participate actively in agile ceremonies and contribute to technical planning and estimation
Engage in code reviews, pair programming sessions, and knowledge-sharing to improve skills and code quality
Continuously learn and adapt to new back-end technologies and cloud services
Documentation & Quality Assurance
Create and maintain technical documentation including API documentation, database schemas, and integration guides
Ensure back-end solutions meet functional and non-functional requirements (e.g., performance, security, reliability) through testing and quality best practices
Knowledge and Experience
3+ years of practical experience in back-end development with solid proficiency in Java or Kotlin Spring Boot
Working knowledge of graph databases (preferably Neo4j) and relational databases (preferably MySQL)
Experience with AWS cloud services and understanding of cloud deployment and scaling concepts
Experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs; understanding of microservices architecture
Familiarity with version control systems and agile development practices
Experience with containerization (Docker), serverless concepts, orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines
Good English communication skills and ability to work effectively in collaborative team environments
Relevant certifications are a plus
Personal Attributes
Passion: Eagerness to learn and grow across multiple technical domains
Curiosity: Enthusiastic about exploring new technologies and development approaches
Resilience: Positive attitude with the ability to learn from challenges and feedback
Problem-solving: Strong attention to detail and commitment to code quality
Collaboration: Enjoys working in diverse, cross-functional teams
Empathy: Understands others’ perspectives and needs within the team and organization
Integrity: Demonstrates honesty, ethics, and transparency in all interactions
Growth-mindset: Committed to continuous learning and developing new skills
Adaptability: Open to adjusting skillsets and embracing emerging technologies as needs evolve
₱85,000 - ₱110,000 a month
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