Sr Back-End Engineer

About Apply Digital
Apply Digital is a global experience transformation partner. We drive AI-powered change and measurable impact across complex, multi-brand ecosystems. Leveraging expertise that spans across the customer experience lifecycle from strategy, design to engineering and beyond, we enable our clients to modernize their organizations and maximize value for their business and customers.

Our 750+ team members have helped transform global companies like Kraft Heinz, NFL, Moderna, Lululemon, Dropbox, Atlassian, A+E Networks, and The Very Group.

Apply Digital was founded in 2016 in Vancouver, Canada. In the past nine years, we have grown to ten cities across North America, South America, the UK, Europe, and India.

At Apply Digital, we believe in the "One Team" approach, where we operate within a 'pod' structure. Each pod brings together senior leadership, subject matter experts, and cross-functional skill sets, all working within a common tech and delivery framework. This structure is underpinned by well-oiled scrum and sprint cadences, keeping teams in step to release often and retrospectives to ensure we progress toward the desired outcomes.

Wherever we work in the world, we envision Apply Digital as a safe, empowered, respectful and fun community for people, every single day. Together, we work to embody our SHAPE (smart, humble, active, positive, and excellent) values and make Apply Digital a space for our team to connect, grow, and support each other to make a difference.

Visit our Careers page to learn how we can unlock your potential.

LOCATION:
Apply Digital is hybrid/remote-friendly. The preferred candidate should be based in
Latin America
, preferably working in hours that align to
ET (Eastern Timezone) or PT (Pacific Timezone).
Candidates located in Santiago, Chile are able to work out of our Santiago office as remote/hybrid employees. Candidates located outside of Santiago, Chile will be fully remote employees.
THE ROLE:
We are seeking a dedicated and innovative back-end-focused Software Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about technology, eager to learn, and possess a strong commitment to creating high-quality applications. This role requires collaboration with a diverse team to meet business requirements, mentor junior developers, and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement high-quality, test-driven backend code for various client projects using Java and Spring Boot
• Develop and maintain APIs to support consuming teams
• Create and maintain documentation, implement and follow best practices for development workflow
• Collaborate effectively with team members to meet project deadlines
• Contribute innovative ideas to ensure we deliver the best solutions for our clients
• Provide expertise in Java and Spring Boot development
• Stay updated on technology trends and continually enhance your skill set

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4+ years of professional programming experience with Java
• Experience with using Spring Boot
• Experience using unit testing frameworks and best practices
• Solid understanding of web technologies in general
• Solid understanding of backend design patterns
• Experience using Java for exposing and consuming API services
• Experience working with both SQL and NoSQL Databases, specifically MongoDB
• Working knowledge of AWS or other equivalent cloud platforms
• Working knowledge of containerization technology
• Excellent English communication skills

Must Have:

• Interest and experience in digital products
• Ability to work independently and adapt in an agile environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a flexible agency environment
• In-depth knowledge of Java and Spring Boot
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines, version control (e.g., Git), and automated testing frameworks

Nice To Have:

• Experience with Linux DevOps practices
• Working knowledge with using Terraform or other IaC tools (Ansible, Chef, Cloudformation)
• Experience with using Javascript or Typescript in a Node environment
• Experience with front-end technologies like React
• Working knowledge using Serverless framework
• Experience in e-commerce platforms

LIFE AT APPLY DIGITAL:

• Flexibility - work where you work best
• Competitive benefits plan
• Generous paid time off - take the time you need to be balanced and energized
• A growing company means many opportunities for advancement - we like to promote from within
• Regular team and company events (karaoke, escape rooms, axe throwing and more)
• Training budgets, Days of Learning, company-wide training

LIFE AT APPLY DIGITAL
At Apply Digital, people are at the core of everything we do. We value your time, safety, and health, and strive to build a work community that can help you thrive and grow. Here are a few benefits we offer to support you:

Great projects: Broaden your skills on a range of engaging projects with international brands that have a global impact.

An inclusive and safe environment: We're truly committed to building a culture where you are celebrated and everyone feels welcome and safe.

Learning opportunities: We offer generous training budgets, including partner tech certifications, custom learning plans, workshops, mentorship, and peer support.

Generous vacation policy: Work-life balance is key to our team's success, so we offer ample time away from work to promote overall well-being.

Customizable benefits: Tailor your extended health and dental plan to your needs, priorities, and preferences.

Flexible work arrangements: We work in a variety of ways, from remote, to in-office, to a blend of both.

Apply Digital is committed to building a culture where differences are celebrated and everyone feels welcome. That's why we value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized and valued.

For more information, visit the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by emailing us at

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.