Senior Software Engineer (Java)

About Us

• Core42, a leader in AI-powered cloud and digital infrastructure, is driving transformative technology solutions globally.
• Leveraging advanced resources and partnerships, Core42 empowers clients to harness sovereign AI infrastructure, especially in sectors with stringent regulatory needs.
• With a mission to redefine digital transformation, we combine sovereign capabilities with scalable, high-performance compute infrastructure, positioning itself at the forefront of AI innovation in the Middle East and beyond.
• The opportunity
• We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Java Developer with deep expertise in Java, Spring Frameworks, and cloud-native distributed systems.
• The ideal candidate will design and build high-scale backend platforms, microservices, and APIs like those used in cloud hyperscalers.
• You will work on high-performance, multi-threaded, resilient systems, collaborate across teams, and provide technical leadership to drive engineering excellence.
• Your key responsibilities
• IaaS Microservices Development: Design and develop scalable backend services for core IaaS domains, including Compute (Nova), Networking (Neutron), and Storage (Cinder).
• OpenStack API Integration: Implement robust, type-safe integrations with OpenStack services using Spring Cloud OpenFeign and REST/HTTPS clients.
• Performance Optimization: Take explicit ownership of backend performance, analyzing and optimizing latency, memory usage, and thread management in high-throughput systems.
• Security Best Practices: Implement and enforce security standards, including secure coding, data encryption, and robust identity management via Spring Security and Keystone.
• CI/CD & DevOps: Actively participate in the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines to support automated testing, containerization, and Kubernetes deployments.
• Backend Architecture: Build distributed systems using Java 17+ and Spring Boot 3.x, ensuring high availability and resilience for infrastructure management planes.
• API Design & Documentation: Design and maintain RESTful APIs with a focus on clean OpenAPI/Swagger documentation, efficient pagination, and standard HTTP status codes.
• Data Modeling: Design efficient schemas in PostgreSQL and implement high-performance queries using Spring Data JPA/Hibernate.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Lead the development of comprehensive test suites using JUnit 5, Mockito, and Testcontainers to simulate real-world infrastructure scenarios.
• Technical Leadership: Participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and drive best practices in Gradle/Maven build management.
• What we’re looking for
• (a) Required skills / qualifications
• 7+ years of backend development experience with a mastery of Java 17+ and Spring Boot 3.x.
• Expert Proficiency: Spring Security, RESTful API design, and distributed system architecture.
• OpenStack Expertise: Hands-on experience with Nova (Server CRUD, Flavors), Neutron (Networks, Security Groups), and Cinder (Volumes, Snapshots).
• Advanced Framework Knowledge: Spring Data JPA, Spring Cloud, and Feign for service-to-service communication.
• Database Mastery: Deep experience with PostgreSQL (query optimization) and Redis (caching strategies).
• Testing Excellence: Advanced skills in JUnit 5, Mockito, and specifically Testcontainers for integration testing.
• Cloud Native Foundations: Strong understanding of Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized deployments.
• Build Tools: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Gradle or Maven.
• Core Concepts: Solid understanding of Keystone (Projects/Tokens), Glance (Images), and Octavia (Load Balancers).
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working in highly technical cross-functional environments.
• (b) Preferred skills / qualifications
• Platform Expertise: Proven experience building platform-level systems or services at a hyperscaler scale (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Reactive Programming: Advanced experience with Project Reactor and WebFlux for developing high-concurrency, non-blocking infrastructure gateways.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, ARM, or Bicep to automate and manage underlying OpenStack environments.
• Cloud Architecture: Exposure to hybrid or multi-cloud architectures and cross-cloud connectivity strategies.
• Industry Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Java (OCP), Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), or Certified OpenStack Administrator (COA).
• Aware about the Resilience Patterns(Circuit Breaker, Bulkhead, Asyn Communication)
• What working at Core42 offers
• With a diverse team of 1,100+ employees from 68 nationalities, we foster an inclusive, innovative and collaborative environment.
• At Core42, we foster a culture grounded in trust, accountability and high performance.
• We are united by our values:

Grit

Passion

Impact

• , as we aim to inspire progress and create meaningful change.
• Our team members thrive in an environment where each person’s contributions propel us forward, and together, we commit to achieving extraordinary results.
• Competitive Salary: We offer an attractive salary package based on your skills and experience
• Yearly Bonus: In recognition of your contributions, you will receive a performance-based annual bonus
• Exclusive Discount Cards: Access special benefits with Esaad and Fazaa cards, offering discounts across a wide range of services
• Premium Family Insurance: We provide comprehensive health coverage, including dental, vision and life insurance, ensuring the well-being of you and your family
• Learning & Development: We offer access to top-tier learning platforms to help you grow your career. Learn at your own pace with unlimited access to premium courses.