Backend Modernization Engineer IV

Job#: 3024966

Job Description:

Job Title: Backend Modernization Eng IV

Location: Cincinnati, OH (Onsite)

Pay: $78-$85

Length: 9 months

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Backend Software Engineer with strong technical expertise, proactive problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative mindset. This role involves contributing to solution design, participating in project planning, and supporting high-quality implementation across backend systems and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactive Problem Solving: Contribute to the development of innovative solutions and assist in shaping and refining project objectives.
• Critical Thinking: Apply analytical skills to understand complex requirements and support architectural and design decisions.
• Task Definition: Collaborate with team members to define tasks, milestones, and deliverables that support project progress.
• Agile Engagement: Participate actively in agile ceremonies, offering insights and feedback to advance team goals.
• Best Practices Leadership: Promote and model software development best practices, mentor peers, and contribute to communities of practice.
• Risk and Compliance: Maintain awareness of risk management practices and adhere to policies and procedures while supporting a positive customer experience.

General Functions

• Design and implement technology and software solutions as part of an agile squad.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and influence activities from architecture through delivery.
• Lead or contribute to communities of practice to refine and document development standards and best practices.
• Support risk management and compliance efforts to ensure a positive customer experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Define Domain-Driven Design (DDD) patterns for enterprise use.
• Deliver APIs and real-time data streams for assigned domains.
• Develop code and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) in AWS using Terraform.
• Build microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Design and implement new features to enhance product and application quality.
• Serve as a technical expert and developer within an agile squad.
• Contribute to solution architecture across multiple services and applications.
• Develop software that meets established code quality standards and metrics.
• Mentor developers, support communities of practice, and promote knowledge sharing.
• Achieve operational excellence through automation and maintainable, testable code.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to improve service performance.
• Stay current with relevant IT trends and technologies.
• Assist with issue resolution for end users and customers.
• Create and maintain operational procedures for routine processes.
• Ensure compliance with audit and regulatory requirements.

Essential Qualifications

• Expertise in Java/Spring Boot and Java 17 or later.
• Experience developing REST APIs.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices.
• Experience with Git and GitHub.
• Knowledge of software development methodologies.
• Understanding of security best practices in software development.
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience developing in macOS environments.
• Proficiency with JUnit for unit testing.

Desirable Skills and Abilities

• Experience with 12-factor application principles.
• Microservices development using Node.js/Express.
• Knowledge of Amazon ECS.
• Experience with greenfield application development.
• Terraform experience.
• Experience configuring and tuning embedded Tomcat.
• Familiarity with HashiCorp Vault.
• Experience with Jenkins CI/CD pipelines.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.