Back End Developer

HCLTech; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech is seeking an experienced Backend Development engineer to join our Hoboken, NJ engineering team. You will lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable backend systems, APIs, and cloud-native services for enterprise-grade applications.

The role requires strong expertise in backend architecture, API development, database design, cloud platforms, and modern authentication frameworks, with leadership responsibilities across the development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience designing scalable backend architectures.
• Strong API development experience with RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Proficiency in Node.js, Python, Java, Spring Boot, and Express.js.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and frontend teams to define backend architecture.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Build robust backend solutions using Node.js, Python, Java, Spring Boot, and Express.js.
• Ensure security with OWASP standards and implement authentication/authorization frameworks.
• Mentor developers and drive technical decisions throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Node.js

Python

Java

Spring Boot

Express.js

Tools

MySQL

SQL Query Optimization

MongoDB

Redis

Job description

HCLTech is seeking an experienced Backend Development engineerto join our engineering team in Hoboken, NJ. This role will lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable backend systems, APIs, and cloud-native services supporting enterprise-grade applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in backend architecture, API development, database design, cloud platforms, and modern authentication frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and frontend engineering teams to analyze user stories and define backend architecture.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Build robust backend solutions using Node.js, Python, Java, Spring Boot, and Express.js.
• Design and optimize relational and NoSQL database models while addressing performance, scalability, and non-functional requirements.
• Implement unit testing, code reviews, and CI/CD best practices to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Integrate third-party platforms, APIs, and enterprise applications.
• Develop and maintain secure authentication and authorization frameworks, including SSO integrations.
• Ensure applications adhere to OWASP security standards and industry best practices.
• Optimize application performance through caching, rate limiting, and efficient database design.
• Mentor developers and provide technical leadership throughout the development lifecycle.

Required Skills

• Node.js
• Python
• Java
• Spring Boot
• Express.js

Database Technologies

• MySQL
• SQL Query Optimization
• MongoDB
• Redis

API & Integration

• RESTful API Design and Development
• API Security
• Third-Party Integrations
• Containerization and Deployment Best Practices

Security & Identity Management

• OWASP Security Standards
• Single Sign-On (SSO)
• SAML
• OpenID Connect (OIDC)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading backend development teams in an Agile environment.
• Strong understanding of scalable distributed systems and microservices architecture.
• Experience building high-availability, enterprise-grade applications.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and drive technical decision-making.

Why Join HCLTech?

• Collaborate with highly skilled engineering teams.
• Opportunity to lead architecture and backend modernization efforts.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career growth within a global technology organization.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range Minimum: $ 69,000 per year

Pay Range Maximum: $ 130,000 per year

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to [e-mail] for investigation.

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.