The Role
Seeking a Java Backend Developer to build server-side logic, design scalable microservices, and integrate enterprise systems while ensuring security and high code quality.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are seeking a highly skilled Java Backend Developer to join a high-performing enterprise engineering team on a 7-month contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for building robust server-side logic, designing scalable backend services, and supporting enterprise-grade system integrations.
This role requires strong experience in modern Java development, microservices architecture, and secure API design within complex enterprise environments.
- Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs
- Build and enhance enterprise-grade server-side logic using Java-based technologies
- Develop scalable and high-performance microservices-based architectures
- Integrate systems and services across enterprise platforms
- Ensure secure coding practices and adherence to security standards
- Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and frontend developers
- Support deployment, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation
- Contribute to system design discussions and technical solutioning
- Participate in code reviews and maintain high code quality standards
RequirementsTechnical Requirements
- Strong proficiency in Java EE and modern Java frameworks
- Hands-on experience with Spring Boot for building microservices and RESTful APIs
- Extensive experience with application servers such as JBoss and/or WildFly
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
- Experience designing and integrating REST and/or SOAP APIs
- Solid knowledge of secure coding practices and authentication/authorization mechanisms
- Experience with enterprise system integration patterns
- Experience in large-scale enterprise environments
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Exposure to containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Knowledge of performance tuning and scalability optimisation
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
- Strong problem-solving and analytical ability
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Detail-oriented with strong accountability for delivery
Skills Required
- Strong proficiency in Java EE and modern Java frameworks
- Hands-on experience with Spring Boot for building microservices and RESTful APIs
- Extensive experience with application servers such as JBoss and/or WildFly
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
- Experience designing and integrating REST and/or SOAP APIs
- Solid knowledge of secure coding practices and authentication/authorization mechanisms
- Experience with enterprise system integration patterns
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The Company
What We Do
Sabenza IT is a niche recruitment company specializing in Information Technology, SAP, Finance, and Engineering roles, with over 23 years of experience.







