Backend Developer

Goldschmitt and Associates (G&A); United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldschmitt and Associates LLC (G&A) is seeking a Backend Developer to join our remote-friendly team, with preference for candidates near the DMV area. You will design, build, and maintain enterprise SaaS apps using Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs, focusing on scalable backend systems.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of backend software experience, strong AWS, Docker, MySQL/NoSQL, and CI/CD skills. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable services and support

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional software development experience, including enterprise software/SaaS
• Bachelor's degree required
• US citizenship and the ability to pass Public Trust
• Proficient in Java, Spring Boot, REST, AWS, Docker, MySQL/NoSQL, Git, CI/CD, Swagger/OpenAPI, JUnit

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain enterprise/SaaS applications
• Develop and maintain backend apps using Java, Spring Boot, and related testing frameworks
• Design, develop, document, and maintain RESTful APIs and web services
• Implement and manage authentication/authorization in applications
• Design and maintain databases, data models, queries, and supporting scripts
• Conduct code reviews to improve performance, security, and reliability
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify requirements and resolve technical issues

Skills

Backend development

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Hibernate

MySQL

NoSQL

AWS

Docker

Git

CI/CD

Swagger/OpenAPI

JUnit

Job description

At Goldschmitt and Associates LLC (G&A), we’re not just another company—we’re a catalyst for innovation and impact, and we’re inviting passionate, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey. Recognized multiple times on the Inc 5000 list of the fastest-growing companies, G&A is a leader in tech transformation and system modernization for some of the nation’s most important federal agencies.

Our culture is built on creativity and collaboration. We offer flexible schedules, telework options, and an environment where your ideas truly matter. At G&A, you won’t just clock in—you’ll be solving real-world challenges and working on projects that make a difference in the lives of millions.

Joining our team means becoming part of a vibrant, connected community where innovation thrives, your voice is heard, and your impact is felt. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a strategic thinker, or a problem-solver, at G&A, you’ll have the opportunity to level up your career while making a real-world impact.

If you’re ready to be part of a company that values purpose as much as progress, G&A is the place for you!

Summary

Goldschmitt is seeking a Backend Developer.

This position is remote with preference given to candidates who live within a commutable distance to the DMV area.

The anticipated salary for this position is $130,000.00-$150,000.00

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain enterprise/SaaS applications
• Develop and maintain backend applications using Java, Spring Boot, and related testing frameworks
• Design, develop, document, and maintain RESTful APIs and web services
• Implement and manage application user authentication and authorization methods
• Design and maintain databases, data models, queries, and supporting scripts
• Conduct code reviews and identify opportunities to improve application performance, maintainability, security, and efficiency
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to identify requirements, resolve technical issues, and recommend improvements

Necessary Skills and Knowledge

• Strong backend software development experience using Java, Spring Boot and related technologies
• Experience with relational databases and data modeling
• Experience with modern software development, testing, deployment, and deployment practices

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess at least 4 years of professional software development experience, including enterprise software and/or SaaS applications
• Possess a Bachelor's degree
• Possess the ability to pass and maintain eligibility for a Public Trust investigation, including United States citizenship
• Possess experience with the following:
  • Programming Languages: Java
  • Frameworks: Spring Boot, Hibernate
  • Technologies: Web Services (REST), API Management
  • Platforms: AWS, Docker Containers
  • Databases: MySQL, NoSQL
  • Tools: Git, CI/CD, Swagger/OpenAPI, JUnit

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess experience with the following:
  • Programming Languages: Node.js
  • AWS Technologies: AWS GovCloud, CloudFormation, Simple Notification Service (SNS), Cognito , API Gateway, ECS, Application Load Balancers, Lambda Functions, CDK, IAM, Secrets Manager, CloudWatch, RDS
  • Observability:Spring Boot Actuator/Micrometer, distributed tracing (X-Ray or OpenTelemetry)
  • Databases: DB2, Redis, DynamoDB
  • Compliance & Security: FedRAMP, ATO