Lead Java Backend Engineer

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place - to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop scalable backend systems using Java and Spring Boot

Build and maintain microservices architecture

Develop and consume RESTful APIs

Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms like AWS / PCF

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, QA, DevOps) to deliver features end-to-end

Optimise application performance and troubleshoot production issues

Write clean, maintainable, and testable code (yes, people still say this)

Participate in code reviews and enforce best practices

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience

Required Skills

5-10 years of experience in backend development

Strong experience in Java (8 or above)

Hands-on expertise with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Data

Solid understanding of REST API design principles

Experience with Micro-services architecture

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Experience with Docker / Kubernetes

Good understanding of databases (SQL and/or NoSQL)

Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines

Good to Have

Hands-on with API automation testing (Rest Assured, Postman, Karate, etc.)

Exposure to event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

Knowledge of security best practices (OAuth2, JWT)