290 Java Engineer jobs in Saudi Arabia

EPAM is one of the world's largest software engineering and IT consulting providers helping leading companies transform and develop cutting-edge technologies that drive their business success.

We are looking for an experienced
Senior Java Engineer
with a strong background in Angular, Java and Spring to join our growing team. Additional Azure experience will be considered a plus.

Are you excited about new challenges and eager to work with the latest technologies? Join us today and become part of a global team committed to solving real-world problems through innovative solutions.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance software platforms delivering high-quality and seamless user experiences
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative features and solutions
• Optimize the performance, security and scalability of the platform to meet dynamic business needs
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in collaboration with the broader team
• Ensure adherence to engineering excellence standards including test-driven development and continuous integration practices

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in Java software development
• Proficiency in Core Java including concepts like multithreading, garbage collection tuning and concurrency collections
• Hands-on experience building real-time event-driven applications
• Familiarity with Angular for front-end development and working knowledge of Spring for backend development
• Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, manage tasks and interact effectively with clients
• Proven ability to collaborate with distributed teams to achieve successful outcomes
• Fluent English communication skills (B2 level or higher)
• An academic degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Azure or other cloud technologies
• Understanding of distributed systems and microservices architectures
• Background in high-performance computing and optimization techniques

We offer

• General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI)
• Private healthcare and life insurance
• End of service gratuity
• Annual air travel tickets for expatriates
• Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
• *All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements

Job Title:
Java Developer

Experience:
6+ years

Location:
Must be currently based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Availability:
Immediate joiners or no later than Mid-October

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced
Java Developer
with strong hands-on expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining Java-based applications. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building scalable, high-performance solutions and should be able to contribute independently as well as in a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and deploy Java applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in production and development environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.

Requirements:

• Minimum 6+ years of professional experience as a Java Developer.
• Strong knowledge of Core Java, Spring/Spring Boot, REST APIs, and related frameworks.
• Experience in databases (SQL/NoSQL).
• Must currently reside in Saudi Arabia.
• Ready to join immediately or by mid-October at the latest.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled
Java Software Engineer
to join our development team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and secure applications using Java and related technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features while continuously improving the quality of our software.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality software solutions using Java (8+).
• Work with frameworks like Spring Boot, Hibernate, or similar.
• Develop RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, QA Engineers, and other team members.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and performance issues.
• Contribute to continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.
• Stay up to date with new technologies and best practices in Java development.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• +5 years of professional experience in Java software development.
• Proficient in Java, with a good understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP).
• Experience with Spring/Spring Boot frameworks.
• Solid understanding of RESTful web services and API design.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Familiarity with version control tools such as Git.
• Good understanding of software design patterns and principles.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Developer with 4-5 years of hands on experience in Java, Spring Boot, databases, and optionally Camunda and JavaScript frameworks. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot & Spring Security.
• Work with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and optimize queries.
• (Preferred) Experience with Camunda BPM for workflow automation.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks (React) for front-end integration.
• Implement best practices for code quality, testing (JUnit, Mockito), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams for deployment and monitoring.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum processes (sprints, stand-ups, retrospectives).

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of professional experience in Java & Spring Boot.
• Strong knowledge of SQL & NoSQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with Hibernate/JPA for ORM.
• Familiarity with REST APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
  • (Preferred) Experience with Camunda for workflow automation
• .Hands-on experience with Keycloak for identity and access management.
• Proficiency in JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or ).
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Looking for Senior Java Software Engineer based in Riyadh, KSA for 12 months & extendable.

These developers will be responsible for contributing towards the development of the largest healthcare application in the Middle East, one of the largest globally.

• Java, Spring Boot
• Angular 7+ but also open to strong ReactJS or VueJS
• Microservices (essential)
• Kafka or similar
• Kubernetes/Docker
• Relational & non-relational DB exp (eg. PostgreSQL, MongoDB etc)

Candidates must have minimum 6 years experience in both Java AND Angular7+ OR ReactJS OR VueJS.

• Working knowledge of object-oriented design
• Strong Knowledge in core Java, JEE, spring boot, SQL/No SQL, REST, Hibernate and JQuery, Micro services, Kafka
• Front end Technologies (Angular 7 & above)
• Familiarity with Micro Services Architecture
• SOA based application Development
• Ability to test your code and the code of others
• Familiarity with using Databases and ORM technologies
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to learn and adapt to new, complex development environments

Knowledge and experience in full stack development

This opportunity is open for candidates currently residing in Saudi Arabia only

I am Hiring – Backend Developers (Java / Spring Boot)

We're looking for experienced Backend Developers to join our dynamic team onsite in Saudi Arabia for an exciting project with immediate joining.

What We're Looking For:

5+ years of hands-on backend development experience

Strong expertise in Java Spring Boot

Solid understanding of OpenShift, Redis, PostgreSQL, and API Connect

Arabic speakers preferred

What You'll Get

Work on cutting-edge, large-scale projects that make real impact

A collaborative, innovation-driven technical environment

Opportunity to work onsite in Saudi Arabia with a talented team

Location: Saudi Arabia (Onsite)

Start: Immediate joiners preferred

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV DM with the subject line "Backend Developer

What You'll Do
:

•  Design scalable backend systems with Java 11+ and Spring Boot.

•  Lead and mentor our engineering team to drive technical excellence.

•  Shape architecture and ensure quality through TDD/BDD practices.

•  
What You Bring
:

•  7+ years of Java/Spring Boot experience, building RESTful APIs and using PostgreSQL.

•  Proven leadership mentoring teams and conducting code reviews.

•  Skilled in Docker, Git, Maven/Gradle; cloud platform experience a plus.

•  Bonus: CI/CD, NoSQL, or startup experience

What You'll Do:

• Design and implement high-quality Java applications using Spring Boot and microservices
• Collaborate on full-stack development (Angular frontend and Java backend)
• Contribute to database design using SQL and NoSQL technologies
• Build event-driven systems leveraging Kafka and modern cloud tools
• Mentor team members and champion clean, maintainable code

Key Technologies:

• Java, JEE, Spring Boot, Hibernate, SQL/NoSQL
• Kafka, REST APIs, SOA/Microservices
• Angular 7+, Git, Jenkins
• Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)

What Were Looking For:

• 6+ years of experience with Java-based systems
• Proven expertise in building RESTful services and scalable backend architectures
• Solid understanding of database technologies and ORM frameworks
• Strong team player with excellent communication and analytical skills

Preferred:

• Healthcare domain experience
• Cloud certifications or Java-related credentials

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and efficient backend systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions, leveraging your expertise in Java Spring Boot, microservices architecture, and modern software development practices.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Backend Development: Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable backend systems using Java Spring Boot.
2. Microservices Architecture: Develop and deploy microservices-based applications, ensuring modularity and scalability.
3. Database Management: Design and optimize relational databases (e.g., Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra) to ensure efficient data handling.
4. Event-Driven Architecture: Integrate and manage event streaming platforms like Kafka for real-time data processing and communication.
5. System Design: Architect and design backend solutions using proven design patterns and best practices to meet business requirements.
6. Containerization and Orchestration: Develop, deploy, and manage services on platforms like OpenShift or similar container orchestration environments.
7. Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD): Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines to automate the build, test, and deployment processes.
8. Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring reliability and efficiency in production.
9. Code Quality and Standards: Promote coding standards, perform code reviews, and ensure adherence to best practices.
10. Collaboration: Work closely with developers, DevOps engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver seamless solutions.
11. Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering knowledge sharing and professional growth.

Qualifications:

1. Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
2. Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in backend development. Proven experience in building and deploying microservices-based architectures.
3. Technical Skills:
1. Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot.
2. Hands-on experience with microservices architecture and related tools.
3. Proficiency with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like OpenShift, Kubernetes, or similar.
4. Solid understanding of design patterns and their applications in software development.
5. Experience with building and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar.
6. Strong knowledge of relational databases (e.g., Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
7. Familiarity with Apache Kafka or similar event-streaming platforms.
8. Knowledge of API design and implementation.
9. Experience with logging, monitoring, and alerting tools (e.g., ELK stack, Prometheus, Grafana).