Senior Backend Developer - Java, Spring, AWS

As a Senior Backend Developer at Atimi, your responsibilities include collaborating proactively with project teams to develop software products, ensuring code quality governance, planning and contributing to project architecture, and taking charge of code refactoring for continuous improvement. You will also communicate important technical information to the global team and handle the deployment and ongoing support of live applications.

To qualify for the Senior Backend Developer position at Atimi, you need a minimum of 8 years of Java development experience, 4 years with AWS, and solid exposure to Spring. Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases, along with strong object-oriented design skills and a good grasp of CI/CD pipeline configurations, is also required. Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.

Yes, Atimi's Senior Backend Developer position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within Canada. We operate during Eastern Standard Time, giving you the flexibility to maintain work-life balance while contributing to high-profile projects from the comfort of your home.

The salary for the Senior Backend Developer role at Atimi ranges between CAD 100,000 and CAD 160,000 per annum. This is determined based on your experience and performance during the interview process, reflecting Atimi's commitment to compensating employees based on the value they provide.

Atimi fosters a collaborative and innovative company culture that values creativity and team spirit. As a Senior Backend Developer, you can look forward to team-building activities, online events, and a supportive environment where contributions are recognized. We encourage continuous improvement and ensure every team member has a voice, without getting caught up in ego or internal politics.

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To ensure code quality, I follow best practices like regular code reviews, implementing automated testing, and utilizing version control effectively. I also advocate for clean and maintainable code through appropriate documentation and the use of design patterns, which help in keeping the codebase scalable and easier to manage.

Collaboration in remote teams requires clear communication. I utilize collaboration tools effectively and set regular check-ins to ensure the team's alignment. It’s important to keep everyone informed about project progress and challenges while fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can contribute ideas and solutions.

When tackling complex problems, I make use of systematic analysis to break down the issues into manageable parts. For instance, I once faced a performance bottleneck in an application. I identified the root cause through profiling, optimized the database queries, and refactored part of the application, which resulted in a significant performance improvement.

In my previous roles, I've extensively used AWS for deploying applications. I've worked with services like EC2, S3, RDS, and Lambda for serverless architecture. My experience includes setting up CI/CD pipelines using AWS tools and ensuring that applications are optimized for scalability and cost-effectiveness within the AWS ecosystem.

I believe in the core principles of Agile, focusing on iterative development and responsiveness to change. I actively participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives. My approach encourages constant feedback, which I find invaluable for aligning expectations and adjusting to unforeseen challenges during project execution.

When facing tight deadlines, I prioritize effectively. I assess task dependencies and break them down into manageable segments while clearly communicating with stakeholders about what is achievable. Time management is key, and by using project management tools, I keep the team on track and ensure quality does not suffer.

I've designed and developed applications using microservices architecture, which has been particularly rewarding for scalability. In my experience, ensuring clear service boundaries and effective communication between services through APIs is crucial. I focus on dependency management to prevent bottlenecks and optimize deployment through container technologies like Docker.

To keep my skills sharp, I actively engage with community forums, participate in webinars, and contribute to open-source projects. I also follow influential thought leaders in software development and ensure that I dedicate time each week to exploring new tools and latest industry trends that could benefit my projects.

Testing and debugging are integral to my development process. I employ a robust strategy that includes unit testing, integration testing, and manual testing to ensure functionality. My debugging approach involves replicating the issue, analyzing logs, and using debugging tools effectively. I aim to understand the problem thoroughly before implementing a fix to enhance efficiency in resolving issues.