Java Back End Engineer

Ciklum is looking for a Java Back End Engineer to join our team full-time in Bulgaria.

We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.

About the role:

As a Java Back End Engineer, become a part of a cross-functional development team engineering experiences of tomorrow.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, test, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Java code
• Collaborate with the team to plan and deliver new features, ensuring high standards of code quality
• Work with product managers to prioritize tasks, manage feature development, and contribute to product releases
• Contribute to architectural discussions and encourage the team to innovate with cutting-edge technologies
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing systems for scalability and performance
• Continuously improve the codebase by participating in code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions

Requirements:

• BSc in Computer Science or related field, with a strong understanding of object- oriented programming
• Minimum 2.5 years of experience in backend development for complex systems
• Proficient in Java, with a solid understanding of frameworks such as Spring and experience in building scalable and maintainable applications
• Experience with Microservices – a must
• Experience with Kafka and Docker – a must
• Experience with SQL – a must
• Experience with databases such as Postgres, MongoDB, or Cassandra
• Familiarity with Nomad and Consul – an advantage
• Knowledge of networking and security principles – an advantage
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS) – an advantage
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a team setting
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written

What’s in it for you?

• Care: your health is our priority. We ensure comprehensive company-paid medical insurance, Multisport cards, as well as financial and legal consultations
• Tailored education path: boost your skills and knowledge with our regular internal events (meetups, conferences, workshops), Udemy license, language courses and company-paid certifications
• Growth environment: share your experience and level up your expertise with a community of skilled professionals, locally and globally
• Flexibility: Own your schedule – you are the one to decide when to start your working day. Just dont miss your regular team stand-up
• Opportunities: we value our specialists and always find the best options for them. Our Internal Mobility Program helps change a project if needed to help you grow, excel professionally and fulfill your potential
• Global impact: work on large-scale projects that redefine industries with international and fast-growing clients
• Welcoming environment: feel empowered with a friendly team, open-door policy, informal atmosphere within the company and regular team-building events

About us:

Ciklum entered Bulgaria in 2022 to expand its presence in Eastern Europe. We are ready to welcome bright talents.

Be a part of a big story created right now. Let’s grow our delivery center in Bulgaria together! Boost your skills and knowledge: create and innovate with like-minded professionals—all of that within a global company with a local spirit and start-up soul.

Be bold, not bored!

Experiences of tomorrow. Engineered together

Interested already?

We would love to get to know you! Submit your application. Can’t wait to see you at Ciklum.