Software Developer ID46604
AgileEngine.com
Office
Caldas Da Rainha, Portugal
Full Time
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Java Software Engineer in the Americas Solutions Delivery team, you will drive the performance and scalability of our core data platform. Leveraging deep expertise in PostgreSQL, Spring Framework, and Spring Data JPA, you will design robust database solutions and optimize data access, ensuring high-performing, customer-centric connectivity globally. This is a unique chance to influence system architecture, advance best practices in digital transformation (AR, IoT, AI), and grow professionally in a dynamic environment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Design and implement scalable and high-performing PostgreSQL-based database solutions;
- Evaluate and improve the performance, reliability, and efficiency of existing data structures and access patterns;
- Collaborate with backend engineering teams to optimize Spring Data JPA framework usage and SQL query performance;
- Drive best practices around database schema design, indexing strategies, and partitioning;
- Ensure proper integration of Spring-based applications with the data layer for optimal performance;
- Proactively identify architectural bottlenecks and implement long-term solutions;
- Participate in code and architecture reviews to uphold high standards for data interaction layers;
- Create documentation and guidelines to enable consistent and maintainable data access strategies;
- Stay ahead of emerging database technologies and evaluate their relevance for the platform;
- Work independently on projects and be responsible for complying with time and quality specifications;
- Work during EST working hours (at least till noon EST).
MUST HAVES
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4+ years of professional experience
;
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Deep understanding of PostgreSQL
internals, performance tuning, and optimization;
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Deep understanding of JPA and Hibernate ORM
, experience with performance tuning techniques for Java web applications;
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Strong expertise in Spring Framework
;
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Solid grasp of SQL query optimization
, index usage, and data modeling best practices;
- Comfortable analyzing query plans, tuning long-running transactions, and eliminating performance bottlenecks;
- Ability to work across teams and communicate complex architectural ideas clearly;
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Solid understanding and experience with Microservices
;
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Understanding of Kubernetes
;
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Business-level English
is required.
NICE TO HAVES
- Familiarity with distributed systems and cloud-native database architecture;
- Experience with caching strategies (e.g., Redis, Memcached);
- Knowledge of DevOps or CI/CD integration for database environments;
- Experience with monitoring and observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Grafana Tempo;
- Proven ability to understand the big picture and quickly comprehend complex relationships in dynamic organizations;
- Enthusiasm for acting as a team player especially when it comes to cross-functional teams paired with a passion for working independently, assuming holistic responsibility for a project;
- Structured and meticulous working style, willing to learn new things.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
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Professional growth:
Mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.
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Competitive compensation:
USD-based pay with education, fitness, and team activity budgets.
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Exciting projects:
Modern solutions with Fortune 500 and top product companies.
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Flextime:
Flexible schedule with remote and office options.