Java Application Developer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer with strong expertise in Spring Boot and related Java technologies to join our team in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of professional software development experience and a proven track record of building scalable, high-performance applications.

Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Job Type: On-site Contract (12 month extendable)

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features.
• Implement best practices for coding, testing, deployment, and system integration.
• Ensure application security, performance, and scalability.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers as needed.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Collaborate with DevOps and QA teams to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 7+ years of hands-on software development experience using Java (Java 8 or above).
• Strong expertise in Spring Framework, particularly Spring Boot, Spring Data, and Spring Security.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and ORM frameworks (e.g., Hibernate).
• Proficiency with build and dependency management tools (e.g., Maven, Gradle).
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is an added advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.