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Software Engineer

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London, England, GBR
Mid level
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London, England, GBR
Mid level
Build and maintain Joybuy backend systems ensuring performance, availability, concurrency, security, and scalability. Identify and mitigate technical risks with monitorability, maintainability, and grey-release/rollback strategies. Research and adopt new technologies, integrate emerging tech into global architectures, and work onsite in London.
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Who We Are

At JD.com, also known as JINGDONG, we are building one of the world’s most trusted technology and supply chain ecosystems. What started as a bold idea in China has evolved into a NASDAQ-listed, Fortune 44 global enterprise serving over 700 million active customers. Powered by advanced logistics, innovative technology, and a commitment to integrity, JD.com operates across retail, logistics, technology, property and more, creating solutions that make everyday life smarter, faster, and more connected.

Our Global Reach

JD.com is expanding its international footprint through a digitally intelligent, cross-border supply chain and world-class logistics network, supported by platforms such as Joybuy, which brings trusted products to customers worldwide. Today, our teams operate across China, the U.S., U.K., Netherlands, France, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Hungary, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and beyond, reaching customers in every corner of the world.

Learn more about who we are and what we do: https://corporate.jd.com/

What We Offer

Joining JD.com means becoming part of a company where people, innovation, and impact go hand in hand. We offer a competitive salary, a great location, and a supportive, people-first culture where your growth truly matters. With access to global projects, learning opportunities, and an inclusive environment that values every voice, you’ll have the space to shape the future with us.

About The Team

You’ll be joining the JD.com team, which values collaboration, ownership, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain Joybuy's backend systems, ensuring high performance, availability, concurrency, security, and scalability.
  • Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout project implementation, developing and executing effective control strategies that cover monitorability, maintainability, and grey release or rollback capabilities.
  • Research, adopt, and promote new technologies and methodologies.
  • Identify integration opportunities between emerging technologies and global system architectures to drive the team’s technical growth and strengthen architectural foresight.
  • Work onsite in London.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
  • 3+ years of experience in Java programming and Spring Boot.
  • Passionate about technology and continuous improvement, demonstrating exceptional coding proficiency, a commitment to clean and elegant code, and a keen interest in exploring open-source projects.
  • Proactive, fast learner, and highly collaborative, with strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, capable of independently identifying and resolving complex technical challenges.
  • Effective communication skills in Chinese and English.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Work experience in large-scale ecommerce companies.
  • Experience in supply chain, fulfilment, logistics, or marketing systems.
  • Experience in UK and European business.

At JD.com, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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Take the next step in your career, apply now and explore the opportunities we have to offer.

JD.com London, England Office

London, United Kingdom

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