Backend Engineer (Java)

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Salary: (Salary not provided in the description)

Sweed is a product-driven software startup operating an all-in-one cannabis retail platform. We are seeking a Backend Engineer (Java) to join our team. We combine POS, eCommerce, Marketing, Analytics, and Inventory Management into a single, seamless solution for cannabis retailers.

About Us

At Sweed, we’re reimagining how cannabis retailers operate. Our enterprise-grade platform eliminates the need for multiple third-party tools, focusing on simplicity, efficiency, and innovation. We build for scalability and performance, driving real business growth for our customers.

Why We’re Doing This

We believe in the medicinal potential of cannabis and are committed to driving its transformation—making cannabis retail more efficient, accessible, and customer-friendly.

Where We Are Now

We’ve been on the market for 6 years, continuously growing and refining our product. We prioritize earning customer trust through continuous improvements and new features, while navigating the complex legal landscape of the cannabis industry.

What You’ll Be Working On

• Design and implement new JVM-based services, such as billing and marketing integrations.
• Develop and maintain gRPC APIs, applying proper versioning strategies.
• Define and execute migration strategies for gradual service extraction (e.g., accounts, catalog).
• Ensure backward compatibility throughout the decomposition process.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests.

Requirements

• Java Expertise: Strong Java expertise (JDK 17+/21, concurrency, performance tuning).
• Frameworks: Modern Java frameworks (Spring Boot, Quarkus, or Micronaut).
• Database Mastery: Database mastery (PostgreSQL, MySQL or MSSQL – schema design, optimization).
• API & Protocols: API & protocols (REST, gRPC, WebSockets).
• Cloud Platforms: Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP – hands-on with managed services).
• Testing: Testing mindset (JUnit, Testcontainers, integration/load testing).

What Else Matters?

• Proactivity: We love team members who take initiative and provide feedback.
• Critical Thinking: We value problem-solvers who think beyond just writing code.
• Adaptability: We need people who thrive in change.

The Team

• Team Size: Approximately 180 people, with a distributed development team across multiple countries.
• Leadership: CEO, account managers, and customer success team are based in the USA, working closely with the development team.

Application Instructions

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