Senior Java Backend Developer

uPivotal Inc.

Engineering & Technology

VentureConnect Nigeria , an affiliate of uPivotal Inc. , is looking for a talented and experienced Senior Java Backend Developer to join our growing team. You’ll help build scalable, high-performance systems that power our Agentic AI transformation products—tools designed to expand access to finance, education, and trade across Africa.

This is a chance to work on high-impact technology in a collaborative environment focused on innovation, purpose, and real-world outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Java (Spring Boot) .
• Build RESTful APIs optimized for performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams—including frontend developers, QA, and product managers—to deliver seamless experiences.
• Integrate and manage MongoDB databases with efficient schema design and query optimization.
• Write clean, modular, and well-documented code.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and best practices for microservices and API design.
• Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers.
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve backend issues proactively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in backend development using Java .
• Strong expertise with Spring Boot , REST APIs , and Microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience working with MongoDB and NoSQL data modeling.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools such as Docker , Jenkins , and deployment pipelines.
• Experience with cloud environments such as AWS or Azure is a plus.
• Solid understanding of unit testing and CI/CD workflows.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Compensation

• ₦600,000 – ₦800,000 per month , depending on experience and skill level.
  

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