Summary: Seeking a Backend Developer with Java, API, microservices, and event-driven architecture experience to build scalable, secure, and high-performance banking-grade platforms. Highlights: 1. Design, develop, and maintain APIs and microservices for banking platforms 2. Implement backend solutions using Java and Spring frameworks 3. Integrate distributed messaging systems using Kafka for real-time processing 1 Opening Bogota ### **Role description** Backend Developer Remote – LATAM Time Zone Role Overview We are looking for a Backend Developer with strong experience in Java, APIs, microservices, and event\-driven architectures to join an international team working on banking\-grade platforms. The role focuses on building scalable, secure, and high\-performance backend services in distributed environments. Key Responsibilities * Design, develop, and maintain APIs and microservices in alignment with banking standards and policies. * Implement backend solutions using Java and Spring frameworks (Spring Boot, Spring Batch, Spring Cloud Stream). * Integrate distributed messaging systems using Kafka for real\-time event and data processing. * Configure environments and manage application parameterization based on technical requirements. * Apply best practices related to security, performance, scalability, and maintainability. * Work with relational databases (Oracle) and optimize SQL queries. * Contribute to technical definitions, architecture decisions, and data models. * Use version control and CI/CD tools such as GitHub and GitHub Actions. * Produce technical documentation and support knowledge transfer activities. Must\-Have Requirements * Proven experience in backend development using Java and Spring frameworks. * Solid knowledge of REST API design and microservices architectures. * Hands\-on experience with Kafka or similar messaging systems. * Experience working with relational databases and SQL. * Familiarity with agile environments and management tools such as Jira and Confluence. * High level of English (C1\) and ability to work effectively in international teams. Core Skills Snapshot Java and Spring Frameworks \| REST APIs and Microservices \| Kafka and Messaging Systems \| SQL \| Jira \| Confluence \| English C1 Equal Opportunity Employer UST is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. ### **Skills** java,spring boot,spring batch,kafka,spring cloud stream, ### **About UST** UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future\-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.