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We are looking for a Software Engineer II with strong backend development expertise in Java and Golang to build scalable, high-performance applications and distributed systems. In this role, you will design and develop microservices, build robust REST APIs, optimise application performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, secure, and production-ready solutions. If you're passionate about solving complex engineering problems, building systems at scale, and writing clean, maintainable code, we'd love to hear from you. Responsibilities: Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable backend applications using Java and Golang.Build and maintain high-performance RESTful APIs and Microservices.Develop reliable, secure, and scalable distributed systems.Write clean, efficient, reusable, and production-quality code following engineering best practices.Participate in system design discussions and contribute to architectural decisions.Optimise application performance, scalability, and reliability.Collaborate closely with Product, QA, DevOps, and Engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term solutions.Write unit and integration tests to ensure high code quality and maintainability.Participate in code reviews and promote engineering best practices.Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.Mentor junior engineers and actively contribute to technical knowledge sharing. Requirements: 4-6 years of backend software development experience.Strong proficiency in Core Java and Golang.Hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Microservices Architecture.Experience designing and developing REST APIs.Strong understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), and Design Principles.Experience working with MySQL and/or PostgreSQL.Familiarity with Git and modern version control practices.Experience with unit testing, debugging, and performance optimisation.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. .
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
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When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.