Principal Backend Engineer

Job Description About the company: At Almosafer (part of Seera Group), we're not just part of the travel industry, we're helping shape its future. As Saudi Arabia's leading travel company, we serve millions across every segment of the travel and tourism ecosystem. Rooted in our name Almosafer, meaning the traveler, we strive to make every journey seamless, personal, and purposeful. Our diverse platforms and services are built to deliver enriching experiences that reflect the spirit of Saudi Arabia and the wider region. We're united by a bold vision: To be the undisputed leader in travel services, fostering lasting connections and setting new benchmarks for excellence in the Kingdom and beyond. Our team across Saudi Arabia and the wider region blends deep cultural understanding with forward-thinking innovation, shaping a new standard for travel in the region. About the role: We are looking for a strong Principal Backend Engineer. If you are well versed in Microservices, Solution Architecture, including network, data, application, system, and integration architecture - then we are looking for you Responsibilities: - Design Technical/Integration Architectures, including development, runtime, and operations architectures - Define scalable solutions using Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) patterns, and Microservices automating business process models and cloud-based services. - Design message and event-driven architectures. - Lead implementation of large, complex solutions from establishing project requirements and goals to solution go-live - Provide Technical design across multiple projects and clients - Provide Technology Consulting services covering areas such as Architectural Strategy, Architectural review/audit, and Architecture road-map. - Manages the risks, issues, and dependencies of the scoped solution - Responsible for roadmaps for integration technologies (current and future). - Introducing Agile processes to the existing team - You will mentor the Junior Backend Engineer, and guide from design to deployment. Profile Requirements: - 7+ years of intensive Java backend development and solution architecture. (Java, Spring Boot, API Security, Redis, SQL and NoSQL databases, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS) - 4+ years of experience on Java and should be working on Java 8 or Java 11 - Strong experience in hands-on platform delivery and architecture design - Full understanding of Cloud service, AWS and DevOps tools and CI/CD process - Strong experience with the full life cycle of Agile software development processes, approaches, delivery, and methods with scaling to the Enterprise and release management processes. - Must have working experience on MongoDB and Mysql. - Thought leadership and technical knowledge combined with delivery experience in some of these areas: Legacy platform migration, RESTful APIs and API gateways, Microservices based Architecture, Cloud deployment (AWS mainly) - Ability to influence and guide senior stakeholders on technical solutions - Excellent documentation, presentation, and communication skill Being you @ Almosafer: At Almosafer, our teams work with purpose, clarity, and a shared commitment to doing things the right way. Whether you're building platforms, supporting travelers, or shaping strategy, your work connects to something bigger. Across functions and locations, we value accountability, trust, and collaboration - and we create the structure and space for you to contribute meaningfully from day one. Here, you will find: A purpose-led workplace where your ideas can create real impact Ongoing learning and development to help you grow with intention Recognition that celebrates your wins, both big and small A community built on trust, curiosity, and shared momentum No matter where your journey started, at Almosafer, you will find space to grow, connect, and contribute meaningfully.