About the RoleWe are looking for a highly experiencedStaff Backend Engineerwith deep expertise inJava backend development and cloud-based integrations.This role requires ahands‐on technical leaderwho can design and buildscalable, integration‐heavy systems, while also influencing technical direction, improving engineering practices, and collaborating across teams.The ideal candidate should be comfortable working incomplex enterprise environments, driving solutions throughtechnical credibility, strong problem‐solving, and stakeholder collaboration.Key ResponsibilitiesBackend Development & Technical LeadershipDesign, develop, and maintainJava‐based backend servicesusing frameworks such asSpring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring SecurityBuild scalable and secureREST APIs and microservices architecturesLead implementation ofbusiness logic, validation, and data access layersDrive adoption ofbest practices, code quality standards, and engineering excellencePerformcode reviews, mentoring, and technical guidancefor team membersOptimize systems forperformance, scalability, and reliabilityIntegration & Distributed SystemsDesign and implementintegration‐heavy solutionsacross multiple systems and platformsWork withevent‐driven architectures (Kafka or similar technologies)HandleAPI‐based and message‐based integrationsBuild resilient systems witherror handling, retries, monitoring, and observabilityCloud & Platform EngineeringDevelop and operate applications oncloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure)Drivecloud‐native architecture and modernization initiativesWork withcontainerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)Required Technical SkillsJava & BackendStrong proficiency inJava (11 or above)Hands‐on experience withSpring Boot and the Spring ecosystemDeep understanding of:Microservices architectureREST API designMultithreading & concurrencyExperience withrelational databases(Postgre SQL, My SQL, Azure SQL)Cloud Integration (Learnability Required)Candidates with experience inany cloud platform (AWS / GCP / Azure)are welcome. However, they must demonstrate the ability toquickly learn and apply Azure integration services, as Azure will be the primary platform.Hands‐on experience withcloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure)Strong understanding ofAPI‐based and message‐based integrationsAbility to ramp up on the following Azure services within~3 months :Azure Logic AppsAzure Service BusAzure FunctionsAzure API Management (APIM)Azure Key VaultStrong understanding ofJSON, XML, and HTTP protocolsSecurityExperience withOAuth 2.0 / Open ID ConnectKnowledge ofsecure API design and authentication/authorizationExperience withmanaged identities and secure secret handlingCertifications (Good to Have)Microsoft Certified:Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204)Microsoft Certified:Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)Key CompetenciesStrongtechnical leadership and ownership mindsetAbility to influencetechnical decisions across teamsExcellentproblem‐solving and analytical skillsExperience working incomplex, integration‐heavy environmentsStrongstakeholder management and communication skillsAbility to mentor and guidejunior and mid‐level engineersWe OfferCompetitive salaryAnnual bonus, subject to company performanceAccess to Udemy online training and opportunities to learn and grow within the roleAbout MinderaAt Mindera we use technology to build products we are proud of, with people we love.Software Engineering Applications, including Web and Mobile, are at the core of what we do at Mindera.We partner with our clients, to understand their product and deliver high performance, resilient and scalable software systems that create an impact in their users and businesses across the world.You get to work with a bunch of great people, where the whole team owns the project together.Our culture reflects our lean and self‐organisation attitude. We encourage our colleagues to take risks, make decisions, work in a collaborative way and talk to everyone to enhance communication.We are proud of our work and we love to learn all and everything while navigating through an Agile, Lean and collaborative environment.Follow our Linkedln page - our Blog: and our Handbook: HandbookOur offices are located: Aveiro, Portugal | Porto, Portugal | Leicester, UK | San Diego, USA | San Francisco, USA | Chennai, India | Bengaluru, India