Job Requirements

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Backend Java Developer (PDE II) to join our product engineering team. You will play a key role in designing and building scalable backend systems, microservices, and APIs that power our product ecosystem. This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth product environment and are eager to take ownership, innovate, and solve complex engineering challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java & Spring Boot
Build RESTful and event-driven microservices with high performance and reliability
Collaborate with product managers, architects, and front-end developers to define technical solutions
Write clean, testable, and maintainable code following best engineering practices
Optimize application performance, security, and scalability
Participate in design discussions, code reviews, and technical architecture decisions
Troubleshoot production issues and contribute to root-cause analysis & resolution
Work in an Agile environment leveraging CI/CD, automated testing, and cloud deployment workflows

Required Skills

Strong hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture
Proficiency with REST APIs, distributed systems, and multi-threading concepts
Experience with SQL & NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.)
Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud environments (AWS/GCP/Azure)
Strong understanding of Git, CI/CD pipelines, and build tools (Maven/Gradle)
Experience with unit testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito) and test automation mindset
Strong problem-solving and system-design fundamentals

Nice to Have

Experience with Kafka / RabbitMQ / SQS / Event Streaming
Familiarity with Redis, ElasticSearch
Exposure to container orchestration, service mesh, and observability tools
Experience working in a high-scale SaaS or startup product environment
Understanding of DDD, TDD, and Clean Architecture principles

Education

B.Tech / B.E / MCA in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)

Benefits

We want you to be your best self and to pursue your passions!

Health and wellness benefits/programs to support holistic employee health
Flexible hours and working schedules, as well as parental leave for new parents
Growing organization with career pathing and development opportunities
Tons of perks and extras in every location for all Phenoms!

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Our commitment to diversity runs deep! Diversity is essential to building phenomenal teams, products, and customer experiences. Phenom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer taking collective action to build a more inclusive environment where every candidate and employee feels welcomed.

We recognize there is more to be done. Our teams are committed to continuous improvement until these powerful ideas are ingrained in our culture for Phenom and employers everywhere!

Product Integrations Engineer I / II