Role Overview
Photon is hiring a Senior Backend Dev Java/Spring Boot. This is a full-time remote role, with the team based in Remote. posted 4 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
As a Senior Backend Developer at our company, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining backend services, APIs, and platform capabilities. Your role will involve strong backend engineering skills, hands-on involvement in release readiness, production deployment, monitoring, and cross-team coordination. You will play a key role in making high-impact technical decisions, maintaining engineering excellence, and ensuring smooth, reliable release cycles. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot. - Build and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices supporting high-volume transactions. - Implement event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka. - Design schemas, optimize queries, and manage data using PostgreSQL. - Ensure application performance, scalability, resilience, and security. - Collaborate with frontend engineers, product owners, and QA teams to deliver end-to-end features. - Troubleshoot production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement fixes. - Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions. Qualifications Required: - 7+ years of software development experience in enterprise/web/cloud applications. - 3+ years of experience with cloud computing technologies, preferably in AWS, GCP, Azure, or similar public cloud environments. - Ability to independently design and develop cloud scalable services in a containerized and CI/CD environment. - Strong foundational knowledge of software engineering best practices, including coding standards, functional and unit testing, and source control management. - Ability to collaborate in solving problems, platform issues, and perform root cause analysis to proactively resolve product and operational issues. Education: - Bachelors or masters degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Location: - Onsite from Photon Office: Chennai/Hyderabad/Bangalore Join us as a Senior Backend Developer and be a part of our team that is dedicated to delivering high-performance backend solutions for critical business workflows. As a Senior Backend Developer at our company, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining backend services, APIs, and platform capabilities. Your role will involve strong backend engineering skills, hands-on involvement in release readiness, production deployment, monitoring, and cross-team coordination. You will play a key role in making high-impact technical decisions, maintaining engineering excellence, and ensuring smooth, reliable release cycles. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot. - Build and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices supporting high-volume transactions. - Implement event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka. - Design schemas, optimize queries, and manage data using PostgreSQL. - Ensure application performance, scalability, resilience, and security. - Collaborate with frontend engineers, product owners, and QA teams to deliver end-to-end features. - Troubleshoot production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement fixes. - Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions. Qualifications Required: - 7+ years of software development experience in enterprise/web/cloud applications. - 3+ years of experience with cloud computing technologies, preferably in AWS, GCP, Azure, or similar public cloud environments. - Ability to independently design and develop cloud scalable services in a containerized and CI/CD environment. - Strong foundational knowledge of software engineering best practices, including coding standards, functional and unit testing, and source control management. - Ability to collaborate in solving problems, platform issues, and perform root cause analysis to proactively resolve product and operational issues. Education: - Bachelors or masters degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Location: - Onsite from Photon Office: Chennai/Hyderabad/Bangalore Join us as a Senior Backend Developer and be a part of our team that is dedicated to delivering high-performance backend solutions for critical business workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Backend Dev Java/Spring Boot position at Photon?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Photon. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Senior Backend Dev Java/Spring Boot role at Photon remote?
Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Remote, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.
What does a Senior Backend Dev Java/Spring Boot at Photon earn?
Photon has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Backend Dev Java/Spring Boot role at Photon posted?
This role was posted on June 9, 2026 (4 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Backend Dev Java/Spring Boot role at Photon require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Photon lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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