Software Engineer (Java/Spring Boot, React/Next.js)

About the role

We are looking for a hands‑on Software Engineer to join AKARA’s core product team. You will shape the backend architecture in Java/Spring Boot while also contributing to our web and mobile front‑ends, helping to launch a B2B SaaS platform for real‑estate management across MENA.

Key responsibilities

• Translate product requirement documents and UI designs into clear technical specifications and implementation plans.
• Develop backend features using Java 21, Spring Boot, JPA/Hibernate, Flyway and PostgreSQL.
• Contribute to the frontend stack (React, Next.js) and mobile app (React Native).
• Own the full software lifecycle: design, build, test, deploy, and operate, including CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions.
• Manage infrastructure on DigitalOcean App Platform, storage with Spaces, and traffic routing via Cloudflare.
• Participate in agile planning, estimation and continuous delivery cycles.

Required profile

• Strong production experience with Java and Spring Boot.
• Solid relational data modeling and PostgreSQL expertise, including schema migrations.
• Hands‑on experience with deployment, containers, CI/CD and cloud platforms.
• Ability to turn PRDs into technical plans and organise work accordingly.

Required skills

• Java 21
• Spring Boot
• JPA / Hibernate
• Flyway
• PostgreSQL
• React & Next.js
• React Native
• GitHub Actions
• DigitalOcean (App Platform, Spaces)
• Cloudflare

What we offer

• Full ownership of features in a small, fast‑moving team.
• Modern tooling and AI‑assisted development workflow.
• Short delivery cycles with clear priorities.
• Opportunity to shape a product from the ground up.