Java Backend Engineer

Hybrid in San Jose, CA, US • Posted 15 hours ago • Updated 15 hours ago

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25% Travel Required

Hybrid

Depends on Experience

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AWS
microservices
DOCKER
GCP
Risk
Copilot
FINTECH
CORE JAVA
CLOUD NATIVE ARCHITECT
SPRINGBOOT
ECOMMERCE
CLAUDE

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Job Title: Java Backend Engineer

Location: Onsite in San Jose, CA (3 days onsite and 2 days remote)

Duration: 6+ Months

Need to come for F2F Interview

Need to take Glider test assesment within 24 hours

Job Description:

We are seeking a Java Developer to join the Partnership Risk Engineering team. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer passionate about scalable system design, cloud-native development, and intelligent automation.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deploy scalable Java-based microservices and RESTful APIs using Spring and Spring Boot
Collaborate with Data Scientists, Product Managers, and Architects to deliver end-to-end risk management solutions
Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Harness or Jenkins
Deploy and support applications across Google Cloud Platform (AWS experience a plus)
Improve backend performance, scalability, and resilience in distributed cloud environments
Integrate with modern data platforms and decision services supporting real-time fraud detection
Utilize AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor) to accelerate development and testing
Troubleshoot complex system issues and implement root-cause fixes
Support platform modernization using Docker, Kubernetes, and NoSQL technologies where applicable

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of professional enterprise software development experience

Technical Skills

Strong proficiency in Java, J2EE, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot
Solid understanding of RESTful API design
Experience with relational databases (Oracle, MySQL); familiarity with NoSQL
Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (Harness or Jenkins)
Cloud deployment experience (Google Cloud Platform preferred, AWS a plus)
Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and distributed systems architecture
Familiarity with AI-powered development tools

Professional Attributes

Self-motivated with strong ownership and accountability
Excellent analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environments

Collaboration & Communication

Proven ability to work in cross-functional, matrixed teams
Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions

Team & Business Context

Team: Xoom Risk Engineering
Reason for Need: Workload surge and resource backfill
Extension / Conversion: Yes, based on performance and budget

Typical Day in the Role

Develop, enhance, and maintain multiple Java-based microservices applications across Xoom and PayPal platforms
Support a portfolio of 40+ applications, ensuring performance, reliability, and stability
Lead re-architecture initiatives to modernize legacy systems into cloud-native, modular microservices
Perform ongoing enhancements, bug fixes, and feature development
Collaborate with platform and infrastructure teams to align with NGRE standards
Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment to ensure high-quality, maintainable code

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Dice Id: 10113037
Position Id: 474-14401-
Posted 15 hours ago

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