The Role
Build and maintain production-grade Java backend systems, RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems supporting AI-enabled products. Design fault-tolerant architectures, integrate LLM workflows and AI service APIs, optimize performance and reliability, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role requires expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Gradle, relational databases, API lifecycle practices, and scalable backend development.
Summary Generated by Built In
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to build and maintain production-grade microservices and distributed systems, developing backend features that support AI-enabled product experiences. You will design and maintain RESTful APIs following API lifecycle best practices, work across Java, Spring Boot, and Gradle, and integrate LLM-based workflows and AI service API patterns into scalable backend architecture. The role requires fault-tolerant system design experience and strong performance tuning skills across PostgreSQL or MySQL environments.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Build and maintain production-grade backend systems.
- Develop backend features supporting AI-enabled product experiences.
- Design and maintain RESTful APIs following API lifecycle best practices.
- Build scalable microservices and distributed systems.
- Optimize system performance and reliability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver backend solutions.
MUST HAVES
- 4+ years of backend engineering experience with production-grade systems.
- Expert proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Gradle, and microservices.
- Strong RESTful API design skills and understanding of API lifecycle best practices.
- Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
- Experience designing distributed systems, fault-tolerant services, and performance tuning.
- AI fluency, including working with AI-driven requirements, integrating LLM-based workflows, understanding API patterns for AI services, and building backend features for AI-enabled products.
- Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
- Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or event-driven architectures.
- Familiarity with GraphQL, API Gateways, or hybrid API ecosystems.
- Experience integrating LLM/AI APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.).
- Prior remote contracting experience.
- Cross-functional leadership experience.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Growth without limits: build your skills through mentorship, internal TechTalks, challenging projects, and a dedicated annual learning budget
- Competitive compensation: get recognition that reflects your skills and impact, with regular performance and compensation reviews
- Flexibility: work 100% remotely with flexible hours that support focus, autonomy, and a healthy work rhythm
- Meaningful, modern projects: build impactful products using modern technologies alongside global teams and leading brands
- Collaborative culture: join a supportive environment with zero micromanagement where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized
- Well-being & support: access local well-being programs and people-focused support tailored to your location
Skills Required
- 4+ years of backend engineering experience with production-grade systems
- Expert proficiency in Java
- Expert proficiency in Spring Boot
- Expert proficiency in Gradle
- Expert proficiency in microservices
- Strong RESTful API design skills and understanding of API lifecycle best practices
- Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL
- Experience designing distributed systems and fault-tolerant services
- Experience with performance tuning
- AI fluency, including AI-driven requirements, LLM-based workflows, AI service API patterns, and AI-enabled backend products
- Upper-intermediate English level
- Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or event-driven architectures
- Familiarity with GraphQL, API Gateways, or hybrid API ecosystems
- Experience integrating LLM or AI APIs such as OpenAI or Anthropic
- Prior remote contracting experience
- Cross-functional leadership experience
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The Company
What We Do
AgileEngine is a privately held company established in 2010 that builds dedicated teams of designers and developers. We turn good ideas into awesome software that people actually want to use. Some of the biggest names and the hottest startups around the world chose us to build their tech.
