Mid-Level Software Engineer (Java) - Remote, based in Cyprus

Mid-Level Software Engineer (Java)
Location: Paphos, Cyprus (Fully Remote, Hybrid, or On-site depending on preference)
Important: **Only applicants currently living in Cyprus will be considered.**

Join a leading technology company specializing in CPaaS (Communication Platform as a Service) solutions and work on innovative communication systems that impact businesses globally. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate in an Agile environment and develop high-performance, scalable backend solutions.

About the Company:
Their client is a technology leader in CPaaS, providing businesses with cloud communication services including voice, messaging, and omnichannel capabilities. As a Mid-Level Software Engineer, you'll contribute to next-generation communication platforms using modern technologies and best practices.

Your Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality backend systems using object-oriented programming (Java, PHP).

• Build and consume RESTful APIs for internal and external integrations.

• Collaborate on microservices architecture and contribute to scalable software solutions.

• Participate in code reviews and ensure maintainability and performance standards.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum environments, including Product Managers, QA, and DevOps.

• Apply TDD (Test-Driven Development) principles for building reliable and testable systems.

• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

• 2 to 4 years of experience in software development using one or more OOP languages.

• Strong experience in Java is required.

• Degree in Computer Science or a related field.

• Deep understanding of OOP principles, design patterns, and best practices.

• Experience with modern frameworks such as Laravel, Spring Boot, Quarkus, or similar.

• Understanding of relational databases (MySQL, MariaDB) and NoSQL systems such as MongoDB.

• Experience with message queues and streaming platforms like Kafka or RabbitMQ.

• Familiarity with Linux/Unix systems and working with CLI tools and version control systems like Git.

• Knowledge of testing frameworks, unit and integration testing practices.

• Familiarity with tools like ELK Stack, Redis, or similar.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and debugging skills.

Considered a Plus:

• Experience in PHP.

• Experience with Kubernetes (K8s) or containerized environments.

• Background or interest in the telecom industry, especially familiarity with telecommunication protocols (e.g., SIP, SMPP, WebRTC, etc.).

• Familiarity with Docker and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).

• Exposure to frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).

• Contributions to open-source projects or community involvement.

Information and Benefits:

• Performance-based bonuses.

• Flexible working hours and supportive work-life balance culture.
• Paid access to GPT-5 and premium AI tools (coding assistant, video generation, custom GPTs, and tailored TFN assistant).

• Remote-friendly setup (fully remote, hybrid, or on-site at their offices in Paphos, Cyprus).

• Team events and company outings.

• Access to professional development programs and continuous training.

• Opportunity for personal growth and increased responsibility in a growing company.

Apply now via Emerald Zebra or email your CV directly to margarita.savva@emeraldzebra.cy