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Description

Position Title: Backend Software Engineer (Java/Spring)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid – Onsite Collaboration Required)
Compensation: $30–$40/hour (DOE)

Role Overview

The organization is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to architect, develop, and optimize scalable backend systems supporting high-traffic enterprise applications. The role demands strong expertise in Java, Spring ecosystem, microservices, API engineering, and cloud-native development. The candidate will operate within Agile delivery models and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver secure, performant, and resilient backend services.

Core Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable microservices using Java (8+), Spring Boot, and Spring Cloud.

• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs with high availability and low latency.

• Collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, QA, and DevOps to define API contracts and system architecture.

• Optimize backend performance through efficient database design, query tuning, and indexing strategies.

• Implement ORM frameworks (Hibernate/JPA) for data persistence.

• Develop and execute unit, integration, and regression test cases to ensure code quality.

• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, including build automation and deployment workflows.

• Monitor application performance and troubleshoot production issues, ensuring rapid resolution and RCA (Root Cause Analysis).

• Ensure adherence to security best practices, including authentication, authorization, and data protection.

• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 4+ years in backend development using Java and Spring ecosystem.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.

• Technical Expertise:

  • Java (8+), Spring Boot, Spring MVC

  • RESTful API development

  • Microservices architecture

  • Relational databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL)

  • ORM tools (Hibernate/JPA)

  • Cloud platforms (AWS or GCP)

  • Containerization (Docker)

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Spring Cloud and distributed systems.

• Knowledge of message brokers (Kafka/RabbitMQ).

• Exposure to Elasticsearch for search and analytics.

• Familiarity with API security standards (OAuth2, JWT).

• Experience in high-scale enterprise systems.

• Exposure to observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).

Certifications

• Oracle Certified Java Programmer (Preferred)

• Spring Professional Certification (Nice to have)

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management

• Collaboration in cross-functional teams

• Ownership mindset and accountability

• Ability to work in fast-paced Agile environments