Software Developer (Kotlin or Java)

Company Description

Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.
 
By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses.
 
From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.

Job Description

We’re seeking a skilled Backend Engineer with expertise in Kotlin or Java to join our team. This role is open to mid-level and senior candidates who are passionate about building robust, scalable backend systems that drive real business value. As part of our high-performing team, you’ll work on diverse, challenging projects, ranging from modernising enterprise platforms to developing innovative backend solutions that ensure high performance and reliability.

You are passionate about backend development, thrive in solving complex technical challenges, and excel in collaborative, agile environments. You balance technical excellence with creativity and a commitment to delivering quality solutions.

Responsibilities

• Backend Development: Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance backend services using Kotlin or Java.
• API and Microservices Development: Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices to support frontend and mobile applications.
• Database Management: Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and data storage solutions.
• System Performance: Ensure backend systems are performant, reliable, and scalable to meet user and business needs.
• Code Quality Assurance: Write clean, maintainable code and conduct unit testing, code reviews, and performance tuning.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, DevOps engineers, and product managers, to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from planning and development to deployment and support.

Qualifications

• Technical Expertise: Strong commercial experience in Kotlin or Java with relevant backend frameworks. Broader front-end experience with React is advantageous.
• Backend Architecture: Solid understanding of designing and building event-driven architectures using Kafka, RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Database Proficiency: Experience working with relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) and/or NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases.
• Cloud Experience: Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and deploying backend services in cloud environments.
• Best Practices: Deep knowledge of coding standards, design patterns, and secure coding practices.
• DevOps Practices: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Communication Skills: Ability to clearly and effectively communicate technical concepts to stakeholders.
• Learning Agility: Eagerness to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies as required by projects.

Additional Information

Discover some of the global benefits that empower our people to become the best version of themselves:

• Finance: Competitive salary package, share plan, company performance bonuses, value-based recognition awards, referral bonus;   
• Career Development: Career coaching, global career opportunities, non-linear career paths, internal development programmes for management and technical leadership;
• Learning Opportunities: Complex projects, rotations, internal tech communities, training, certifications, coaching, online learning platforms subscriptions, pass-it-on sessions, workshops, conferences;
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours, employee assistance programme;
• Health: Global internal wellbeing programme, access to wellbeing apps;
• Community: Global internal tech communities, hobby clubs and interest groups, inclusion and diversity programmes, events and celebrations.

Additional Local Benefits 

• Monthly Lifestyle Allowance: Contribution towards health and wellbeing activities like gym memberships.  
• Novated Leasing: Pre-tax car leasing benefit for new and used cars. 
• Loyalty Leave: Receive an additional day of leave on your 3rd, 4th, and 5th work anniversaries, accumulating up to a maximum of 3 extra days of leave per year.
• Inclusive Parental Leave Policy: 12 weeks of primary carer’s leave and 4 weeks of secondary carer’s leave. 
• Work From Anywhere: In addition to our hybrid working policy, we also offer 20 days of working from anywhere per year. Ideal for an extended trip to get away from the city or visiting loved ones.

At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.