Lead I - Software Engineering

As a Senior Backend Engineer at UST, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java (7+ years) and the Spring Framework. Your role will involve implementing and supporting microservices architecture to enhance system performance and scalability. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will play a key role in defining, designing, and delivering new features. In this position, you will contribute to architectural decisions and provide technical direction within the team. Developing and maintaining RESTful APIs for efficient inter-service communication will be a crucial aspect of your responsibilities. Additionally, you will deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes. Ensuring high standards of code quality through code reviews and automated testing (JUnit) will be a key focus. You will also participate in on-call rotations every 4-6 weeks to guarantee system reliability and support the integration and enhancement of frontend applications as required. Furthermore, integrating authentication solutions such as Auth0 or Okta within microservices-based environments will be part of your role. The ideal candidate for this position will possess strong proficiency in Java and the Spring ecosystem. Experience in writing robust unit tests using JUnit, along with an in-depth understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design, will be essential. Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration is required, as well as familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS (preferred) or GCP. Candidates should also have experience with build tools like Maven or Gradle, working knowledge of Kafka or other messaging systems, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail. Key Skills: - Java - Spring Boot - AWS About UST: UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider known for working alongside the world's leading companies for over 20 years to drive real impact through transformation. With a focus on technology, people, and purpose, UST partners with clients from design to operation, embedding innovation and agility into organizations. UST's deep domain expertise and future-proof philosophy enable them to build for boundless impact, touching billions of lives with a global team of over 30,000 employees across 30 countries.,