JAVA BACKEND DEVELOPER

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
No Travel Required
Unable to Provide Sponsorship

Skills

JAVA
SPring
Cloud

Job Details

JAVA BACKEND DEVELOPER

As a Java Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying scalable Java-based microservices and RESTful APIs using Spring and Spring Boot. You will collaborate with Data Scientists, Product Managers, and Architects to deliver end-to-end risk management solutions. Additionally, you will implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines, deploy and support applications across cloud platforms like Google Cloud Platform, and improve backend performance, scalability, and resilience in distributed cloud environments.

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 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

Requirements

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 7+ 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
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