About the role

Role Overview

Senior Java Backend Engineer working on scalable, AI-driven products in a high-ownership environment. You'll play a key role in shaping core platform capabilities alongside product, design, and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Design and build scalable backend systems with high reliability and performance
Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code using modern development practices
Leverage AI tools to improve development speed, debugging, and code quality
Collaborate in agile workflows, including code reviews and sprint ceremonies
Investigate and resolve production issues using logs, telemetry, and system insights
Continuously improve systems, code quality, and development processes

Core Requirements

7+ years of commercial experience with Java in SaaS/PaaS environments
Strong experience with Spring / Spring Boot, Maven, and ORM frameworks
Experience designing and building secure, scalable REST APIs (API-first approach preferred)
Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS infrastructure
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and production observability
Excellent debugging and production troubleshooting skills
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
Strong communication skills in English
Strong problem-solving ability and ownership mindset
Experience working in distributed, remote teams

AI & Modern Development Workflow (Important)

Strong experience using AI-assisted coding tools (Cursor, Codex, or similar)
Comfortable working with AI copilots and agent-style workflows
Ability to use AI tools to navigate unfamiliar codebases, debug issues, and accelerate delivery
Working knowledge of LLMs and integration into applications (strong plus)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Python for backend/API development
Exposure to frontend frameworks like React
Strong architectural thinking and system design skills
Experience in fast-paced environments with rapid release cycles
Strong attention to detail across code, tests, and reviews

What's Included

Remote work with high-growth startups
Competitive compensation with bonuses and equity
Work on cutting-edge AI-driven products
Matched with multiple pre-vetted companies

About CloudDevs

CloudDevs is a talent platform that helps fast-growing, venture-backed startups build high-performance engineering teams. They connect remote engineers with opportunities to work on scalable, AI-driven products.

Java Developer - AI (Backend)

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