Backend Java Engineer

STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in Mexico and India.

Our global solutions team is seeking an experienced Backend Java Engineer to join our media and entertainment client's engineering organization. This role will focus on developing backend services and microservices that enable large-scale content delivery, audience engagement, and analytics. You will leverage Java, Spring Boot, and modern AWS-based cloud infrastructure to create containerized, scalable, and resilient backend systems that power key digital platforms.

Our ideal resource combines deep backend engineering experience with a strong understanding of distributed systems, API architecture, and cloud-native applications. You will play a central role in designing, building, and deploying backend systems that integrate seamlessly with databases, streaming data services, and front-end applications. This is an excellent opportunity to make an impact within a high-performance, technology-driven media environment while contributing to systems that support millions of users daily.

This role and work can be done fully remote within the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy containerized microservices using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot frameworks.


• Develop RESTful APIs and backend services that support scalable and high-performance applications.


• Collaborate with architects and DevOps teams to implement cloud-native solutions on AWS.


• Integrate services with relational and analytical databases including MySQL, Postgres, and Redshift.


• Work with Kafka and related technologies to support streaming and event-driven processing.


• Participate in technical design discussions and code reviews ensuring performance and maintainability.


• Develop reusable modules and frameworks to improve development efficiency and reliability.


• Implement unit testing, integration testing, and CI/CD best practices.


• Contribute to performance tuning, monitoring, and continuous improvement of backend systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend software development experience with Java and modern frameworks such as Spring Boot.


• Strong experience with microservices architecture, containerization (Docker), and cloud environments (AWS preferred).


• Proficiency in designing and consuming RESTful APIs and integrating backend systems with multiple data sources.


• Hands-on experience with relational databases such as MySQL, Postgres, or Redshift.


• Experience with Kafka or similar messaging systems for distributed data processing.


• Solid understanding of CI/CD workflows, Git, and modern DevOps tooling.


• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Additional Details
The base range for this contract position is $75-$85 per hour, depending on experience.
Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires across all US locations. Within the range, pay is determined by work location and additional factors including skills, experience, and education. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered.
Benefits

• Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) through Anthem


• Dental/Vision/Various Ancillary coverages through Unum


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Discount programs through ADP WorkforceNow

About Us
STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and globally with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Mexico, Japan, India, and more. STAND 8 focuses on the "bleeding edge" of technology and leverages automation, process, marketing, and over fifteen years of success and growth to provide a world-class experience for our customers, partners, and employees.
Our mission is to impact the world positively by creating success through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY.
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