Back End Developer (Java)

Gilder Search Group; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A hyper-growth fintech company based in Los Angeles is seeking a Back End Engineer with solid experience in Java for a long-term project. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience with Java and Spring Boot, and be skilled in building scalable backend services. Responsibilities include developing RESTful APIs, designing databases, and managing deployments with Docker and Kubernetes. Competitive compensation and good benefits are offered for this remote role.

Benefits

Paid time off

Cool clients and products

Work with great engineers

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience working with Java.
• 1+ years of experience with Spring Boot.
• 4+ years of experience with Postgres (or similar SQL database).
• 2+ years of experience with Kubernetes.
• 2+ years of experience with AWS.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and evolve RESTful APIs and backend components with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Implement business logic, data processing, and integrations with internal and third-party systems.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

PostgreSQL

Kubernetes

AWS

Advanced Level of English

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering or related fields

Tools

Docker

Job description

Prediktive -Latin America, LATAM, United States

We are looking for a Back End Engineer, with solid experience in Java, based in Latin America to work on a long-term project for one of our clients, a hyper‑growth fintech company based in Los Angeles, California.

Our client´s mission is to make financial advice better and more accessible for everyone. They are building a revolutionary platform for financial advisors and their clients to remove the friction from investing and reduce the barrier to entry into wealth creation and management.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Work closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Build and evolve RESTful APIs and backend components with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Design, optimize, and maintain relational databases (PostgreSQL or similar), including schema design, indexing, and query optimization.
• Implement business logic, data processing, and integrations with internal and third‑party systems.
• Containerize applications and manage deployments using Docker and Kubernetes, including configuration, scaling, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure high code quality through code reviews, unit/integration testing, and adherence to best practices.

Requirements

• Advanced Level of English.
• 4+ years of experience working with Java.
• 1+ years of experience with Spring Boot.
• 4+ years of experience with Postgres (or a similar SQL database).
• 2+ years of experience with Kubernetes.
• 2+ years of experience with AWS.

Bonus Points

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering or related fields.

What we offer

• Compensation in USD
• Paid time off
• Cool clients and products
• Work with great engineers

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Posted: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Job # 1264