Backend Java / Scala Software Engineer

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking a Backend Developer to contribute to our reactive, high-load, and fault-tolerant backend built in Java and Scala. You will work directly on the core of our platform as well as related services and applications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-time commercial development experience in Java or Scala.
• Skills in designing applications or individual services.
• Experience in designing and developing HTTP APIs, integrating with third-party HTTP APIs, and working with relational databases.
• Functional programming skills.
• Multi-threaded and reactive programming skills.
• Proficiency in English for reading technical documentation and communicating with the team.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in designing large and complex applications.
• Experience in solving integration problems with other systems.
• Experience in developing applications for banks and financial services.
• Experience with Spring, Play! Framework, AWS, Kafka, PostgreSQL, Docker.
• Ability to actively participate in designing the architecture of the platform.

We Offer

• Own product built on modern technologies and principles.
• Modern stack: Java 17, Spring Boot, Project Reactor, Scala 2.13, Play! Framework, Slick.
• The ability to influence product design and workflows.
• Work from home, office, or hybrid — your choice (Dubai HQ or Belgrade engineering-delivery-partner office).
• Full-time employment (Serbia, UAE — we handle visas) or B2B contracts globally.
• MacBook or laptop of your choice + large monitor (for employees).
• Office perks: rooftop terrace, kitchen, coffee, showers.
• Normal working hours: flexible start between 9–11 AM (GMT+2 to GMT+4).
• Simple hiring process: 30–45 min intro call + tech interview (2–3 stages).