Back End Developer (Java/Microservices)

Benchmark Recruitment; British Columbia; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in British Columbia is seeking a Back End Developer (Java/Microservices) for a 12-month remote contract. The successful candidate will play a key role in re-architecting a high-traffic e-commerce platform, focusing on backend services and microservices design. Ideal applicants will have a strong background in Java and Spring frameworks, along with experience in cloud environments and e-commerce systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Java and Spring frameworks.
• Experience developing front-end applications using React and/or Next.js.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs and microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable backend services using Java Spring MVC.
• Design and implement microservices within a modern cloud environment.
• Collaborate with a dedicated Business Analyst to translate business requirements.

Skills

Java

Spring frameworks

REST APIs

Microservices architecture

Asynchronous data flows

React

Next.js

Job description

Added - 05/15/25 Back End Developer (Java + Microservices) Back End / Full Stack Development British Columbia | Contract

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Job Title: Back End Developer (Java/Microservices)
Remote, 12-month contract, must be based in British Columbia
Must hold a valid Canadian Work Visa

Our client is re-architecting a high-traffic e-commerce platform to enable next-generation scalability, performance, and cloud-native capabilities. We’re looking for skilled Full Stack and Back End Developers to support this initiative. If you excel in building seamless front-end experiences or robust backend systems (or both), you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on this transformative project.

Responsibilities:

• Develop scalable backend services using Java Spring MVC (some roles may include Spring Webflux).
• Design and implement microservices within a modern cloud environment (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Build dynamic front-end interfaces with React and Next.js, optionally using ChakraUI or NextUI.
• Collaborate with a dedicated Business Analyst to translate business requirements into robust, user-friendly solutions.
• Ensure backend systems support core e-commerce functionality including inventory, cart, order management, and customer data.
• Apply DevOps best practices across the SDLC, including CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and performance tuning.
• Deliver secure, high-performance, and responsive solutions for a growing customer base.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Java and Spring frameworks.
• Experience developing front-end applications using React and/or Next.js.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, microservices architecture, and asynchronous data flows.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and agile delivery environments.
• Experience with e-commerce platforms or high-traffic web systems is a strong asset.
• Bonus: knowledge of web performance optimization, SEO, mobile responsiveness, or mobile APIs (Swift/Kotlin)