We are looking for a versatile Backend Developer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of feature development, from initial design and API integration to automated testing and cloud deployment. You will work across a modern stack, leveraging Java-based microservices and serverless functions to build scalable, high-availability systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Feature Development: Lead the design and implementation of new functional modules using Java and Spring Boot, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.
- Full-Stack Integration: Collaborate on the integration of user-facing elements developed in Vue.js with server-side logic, maintaining a seamless flow of data across the stack.
- Unit Testing & Quality: Write comprehensive, automated unit tests (using JUnit/Mockito) for every feature to ensure code reliability, maintainability, and a high level of test coverage.
- Cloud-Native Deployment: Manage and deploy containerized applications within AWS EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service) and develop serverless logic using AWS Lambda.
- CI/CD Pipeline Management: Maintain and optimize CI/CD pipelines to automate builds, testing, and deployment processes, ensuring a robust and rapid release cycle.
- API Design: Develop and maintain secure, scalable RESTful APIs that serve as the backbone for various internal and external service integrations.
Required Technical Skills
- Backend: Strong proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework (Web, Security, Data).
- Frontend Integration: Practical experience with JavaScript, specifically the Vue.js framework, for full-stack coordination.
- Cloud Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with AWS, including EKS for orchestration and Lambda for serverless computing.
- DevOps: Solid understanding of CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions).
- Testing: Expertise in writing unit tests and familiarity with Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices.
- Version Control: Expert knowledge of Git for branching, merging, and pull request workflows.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, DynamoDB).
- Understanding of containerization principles using Docker.
- Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools within an EKS environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in an agile, fast-paced environment.
Minimum Compensation: USD 39,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 137,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
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