Backend Developer with Kotlin and Java-MHP 2540

MyHiringPartner.ai; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking a skilled Backend Developer with expertise in Kotlin and Java to join their team in California. This role involves building scalable backend systems within a hybrid work model and requires strong knowledge of AWS and Kubernetes. The ideal candidate will have problem-solving skills and experience in microservices architecture. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a product-driven environment solving real-world customer problems.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Kotlin and Java, with hands-on experience in backend application development.
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud services and experience in deploying and managing applications on AWS.
• Solid understanding of Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable, secure, high-performance backend systems.
• Work on modern distributed systems.
• Collaborate with a high-impact engineering team.

Skills

Kotlin

Java

AWS

Kubernetes

Microservices architecture

CI/CD pipelines

Problem-solving

Tools

Terraform

Helm

GitOps practices

Job description

Backend Developer with Kotlin and Java - MHP 2540

Work Model: Hybrid ( 3 days onsite): San Diego, CA or Mountain View, CA

We are hiring skilled Backend Developers to build scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems. You will be part of a high-impact engineering team working on modern distributed systems using Kotlin, Java, AWS, and Kubernetes. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a product-driven team solving real-world customer problems at scale.

Required Skills

• Proficient in Kotlin and Java, with hands-on experience in backend application development.
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud services and experience in deploying and managing applications on AWS.
• Solid understanding and practical experience with Kubernetes.
• Experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and asynchronous processing.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, monitoring tools, and modern development workflows.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to take ownership of features end-to-end.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in fintech or product-based environments.
• Familiarity with GraphQL, event-driven architecture, or serverless frameworks.
• Exposure to Terraform, Helm, or GitOps practices.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed team.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet

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