Contract Back End Developer

Backend Developer (Java / SpringBoot or similar – Outside IR35)

Location: Remote / Hybrid (flexible)

Contract Type: Freelance / Full-time – Outside IR35

Project Duration: 6+ months (with possibility of extension)

About the Project

We’re lookingfor a skilled backend developer to join a project focusedon building and scaling a modern, cloud-based platform for media processing and related services. The core backend stack is Java with Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, and RabbitMQ — but we’re open to candidates with equivalent experience in similar technologies.

Tech Stack (actual or equivalent experience welcomed):

Languages & Frameworks:

• Java with Spring Boot 3.x (REST APIs, gRPC, Security, JPA)
• Alternatively: Java EE, or Scala

Databases:

• PostgreSQL or any relational DB (e.g., MySQL, Oracle)
• Messaging / Caching:
• RabbitMQ or similar (Kafka, ActiveMQ)
• Redis or similar caching systems

Cloud & DevOps:

• AWS (S3, ECS, RDS)
• Docker
• Linux/Ubuntu experience

Tools & Libraries:

• Git
• Flyway for DB migrations
• MapStruct (or similar mapping frameworks)
• TUS protocol (for resumable file uploads)

Media Handling (Nice to Have):

• Experience with video/audio manipulation (e.g., FFmpeg, GStreamer)

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Strong backend development experience with Java or Scala
• Solid understanding of RESTful services, microservices, and gRPC
• Experience with relational databases and asynchronous communication
• Comfortable working in Linux/Ubuntu environments
• Proficient with Docker-based development and deployment
• Familiarity with software design principles and hexagonal architecture
• Good knowledge of design patterns and clean coding practices

Bonus Points For:

• Experience with MapStruct, Flyway, TUS
• Familiarity with video/audio processing pipelines
• Exposure to frontend technologies, especially TypeScript / Angular
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, TDD, and modern DevOps practices
• Full-stack mindset or interest in cross-functional collaboration

Perks:

• 100% remote work
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity to contribute to architecture and tech decisions
• Long-term collaboration with a modern stack