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Senior Backend Developer
Caliberly · United Arab Emirates · Posted 11d ago
About the role
Design and build core services for a modern cross-border payments and financial infrastructure platform. The role requires strong experience in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices, with a focus on clean code and testing. Ideal for candidates with a background in financial systems and a strong understanding of security and scalability.
Full job description (as posted) ↓
Our client is building a modern cross-border payments and financial infrastructure platform (exchange, clearing, messaging, digital currency) for banks and financial institutions. We're looking for a Senior Back-End Java Developer (5+ years) to help design and build our core services. Profile summary 5+ years of professional experience in back-end development with Java Strong hands-on experience with Java 11+, Spring / Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs Solid background in distributed systems / microservices, including service discovery, resilience, and observability Excellent knowledge of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL) and familiarity with NoSQL stores Experience with message brokers/streaming (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar) Strong focus on clean code, testing (unit/integration), and code reviews Comfortable with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) Good understanding of security, performance, and scalability in financial or mission-critical systems Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with product, QA, DevOps, and front-end teams Bonus: experience with payments, FX, cross-border transfers, ISO 20022, SWIFT, or other financial protocols; exposure to event-driven architectures and DDD Languages and location Fluent English is a must (written and spoken) Location: strong preference for UAE, Dubai, with flexibility for remote candidates who are highly qualified This role is ideal for someone who enjoys owning services end-to-end, cares about robustness and correctness, and wants to help shape the technical backbone of a next-generation financial network. Originally posted on Himalayas
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FAQ
Is the Senior Backend Developer role at Caliberly remote?+
This Senior Backend Developer position is listed as remote (United Arab Emirates).
What seniority level is this Senior Backend Developer role?+
This is a senior level position.
What languages does the Senior Backend Developer role require?+
The posting requires English.
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