Backend Engineer Java

• We are looking for a Mid-Level Java Developer who can build and operate cloud-native microservices using modern Java and Spring Boot, contribute to design discussions, and implement scalable, testable, and event-driven solutions
• At DWS, we’re capturing the opportunities of tomorrow. You can be part of a leading, client-committed, global Asset Manager, making an impact on individuals, communities, and the world.
• Join us on our journey, and you can shape our transformation by working side by side with industry thought-leaders and gaining new and diverse perspectives. You can share ideas and be yourself, whilst driving innovative and sustainable solutions that influence markets and behaviours for the better.

What we’ll offer you

As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy

• Best in class leave policy
• Gender neutral parental leaves
• 100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)
• Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
• Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
• Accident and Term life Insurance
• Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above

Your key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain microservices using Java 21 and Spring Boot.
• Build RESTful and event-driven services using Kafka and asynchronous messaging.
• Implement role-based authentication and authorization (e.g., OAuth2, JWT, RBAC concepts).
• Work with SQL databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL) including schema design and query optimization.
• Package and deploy services on Kubernetes as part of a cloud-native platform.
• Contribute to system design and architecture discussions with senior engineers.
• Follow a solution-driven mindset — think beyond code and propose better technical approaches.
• Write high-quality unit and integration tests using JUnit and Mockito.
• Practice TDD and contribute to BDD scenarios.
• Assist in JVM tuning, performance debugging, and reliability improvements.
• Use Maven and Gradle for builds and dependency management.

Your skills and experience

• Strong proficiency in Java 21 and core Java concepts.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot in microservices environments.
• Working knowledge of microservices architecture patterns (service discovery, config, resilience).
• Experience with Kubernetes fundamentals (pods, deployments, services, config maps).
• Experience with Kafka or similar event streaming platforms.
• Good understanding of RBAC, OAuth2, JWT, or similar security mechanisms.
• Strong SQL knowledge and experience with relational databases.
• Good logical and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Experience with JUnit, Mockito, and TDD practices.
• Familiarity with cloud-native concepts (containers, scaling, observability).
  • Familiarity with CICD