Java Backend Engineer

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop scalable backend systems using Java and Spring Boot

• Build and maintain microservices architecture
• Develop and consume RESTful APIs
• Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms like AWS / PCF
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, QA, DevOps) to deliver features end-to-end
• Optimise application performance and troubleshoot production issues
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code (yes, people still say this)
• Participate in code reviews and enforce best practices

Work Experience

Required Skills

• 5-10 years of experience in backend development
• Strong experience in Java (8 or above)
• Hands-on expertise with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Data
• Solid understanding of REST API design principles
• Experience with Micro-services architecture
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience with Docker / Kubernetes
• Good understanding of databases (SQL and/or NoSQL)
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines

Good to Have

• Hands-on with API automation testing (Rest Assured, Postman, Karate, etc.)
• Exposure to event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
• Knowledge of security best practices (OAuth2, JWT)