Job Description
Senior & Lead Java Engineers
Employment: Full-time via MLabs
Engagement: Contracted to a UAE-based enterprise client
Location: Remote (Eastern Europe / MENA / India preferred)
MLabs is hiring experienced Senior and Lead Java Engineers to support a large-scale financial technology program for a UAE-based client. Engineers will work on enterprise backend systems integrated with blockchain infrastructure. The role focuses on building scalable, high-performance services in a distributed environment. Exposure to smart contracts and blockchain technologies is highly desirable. Lead-level candidates will provide technical leadership and mentor distributed teams.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java-based backend services
Build and integrate RESTful APIs within a microservices architecture
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions
Optimize system performance, reliability, and security
Contribute to blockchain integration and smart contract interaction (where applicable)
Participate in code reviews and uphold engineering best practices
Lead Engineers: provide technical guidance, mentor team members, and support architectural decisions
5+ years (Senior) / 8+ years (Lead) experience in Java development
Strong knowledge of Java 8+ and Spring Boot
Experience with REST APIs and microservices architecture
Solid understanding of distributed systems and databases
Experience with Docker and CI/CD pipelines
Exposure to blockchain technologies is a strong advantage
Solidity experience is a plus
Competitive international compensation
Remote-first work model
Long-term engagement on an enterprise fintech platform
Opportunity to work with modern blockchain infrastructure
Career growth within a global engineering network.
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