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Principal Backend Engineer – Java / Ruby on Rails / Microservices



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Principal Backend Engineer – Java / Ruby on Rails / Microservices

We are currently partnered with a rapidly growing global technology company, recognised for delivering cutting‑edge solutions that connect industries and transform business insights.

The team is seeking a highly experienced Principal Backend Engineer to lead the design and development of scalable, secure, and performant backend systems while driving innovation across their engineering organisation.

This is a permanent opportunity based in Bogota, Colombia.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain highly robust backend systems in a cloud-native environment.

  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle from architecture and design through to implementation, testing, and monitoring.

  • Improve engineering standards and team productivity through mentorship, code reviews, and collaboration.

  • Architect distributed, microservices-based solutions that scale effectively.

  • Integrate AI/ML technologies and other emerging tools to enhance platforms and processes.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to translate product requirements into technical solutions.

  • Champion experimentation, innovation, and prototyping to push technical boundaries.

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years’ software engineering experience with proven expertise building scalable web applications.

  • Deep experience in distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native environments (AWS preferred).

  • Proficiency with message brokers (RabbitMQ / Kafka / SNS / SQS) and databases (PostgreSQL / Elasticsearch / Redis).

  • Strong knowledge of software architecture, design principles (OOP, Functional, SOLID, DDD), and SDLC best practices.

  • Proficiency with Git (GitLab a plus).

If you are interested in this Principal Backend Engineer position, please send a CV to

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Job Details

  • Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
  • Employment type: Full‑time
  • Job function: Design and Engineering
  • Industries: Information Services, IT Services, IT Consulting

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