Backend Java Developer - Microservices & Distributed Systems

Pacer Group; Menlo Park (CA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Pacer Group is seeking an experienced Senior Backend Java Developer to join the core engineering team in a hybrid model in Menlo Park, CA. You will design and implement high-performance distributed systems and event-driven architectures to support mission-critical financial applications.

The role requires expertise in RESTful services, Kafka integration, and Oracle/PLSQL, with a focus on scalable microservices and robust code reviews. This is a contract engagement lasting 12 months.

Qualifications

• Must-have: Core Java, Microservices Architecture, Spring Boot & Spring Core.
• Secondary: Cards and Payments Domain Knowledge
• Secondary: Asset and Wealth Management Domain Knowledge

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of scalable microservices architecture for performance and reliability.
• Oversee development and deployment of RESTful web services for seamless inter-app communication.
• Ensure integration of Kafka for real-time data streaming and processing.
• Utilize Oracle and PL/SQL for database management and data integrity.

Skills

Core Java

Microservices

Spring Boot

Spring Core

Tools

Kafka

Oracle

PL/SQL

Job description

Job Title: Backend Java Developer - Microservices & Distributed Systems

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 Days from client office)

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 12 months

Pay Rate: $50.00/hr W2 | $60.00/hr C2C

SKILLS REQUIRED

Primary (Must-Have):

• Core Java | Microservices Architecture | Spring Boot & Spring Core

Secondary (Good to Have):

• Cards and Payments Domain Knowledge
• Asset and Wealth Management Domain Knowledge

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Java Developer to join our core engineering department, reporting to the Engineering Director. In this role, you will solve complex technical challenges by designing and implementing high-performance, scalable distributed systems and event-driven architectures to support mission-critical financial applications.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Senior Developer role to lead the design and implementation of scalable microservices architecture to enhance system performance and reliability
• Oversee the development and deployment of RESTful web services to facilitate seamless communication between applications
• Ensure the integration of Kafka for efficient data streaming and real-time processing within the application ecosystem
• Utilize Oracle and PL/SQL for database management, ensuring data integrity and optimal performance
• Implement Spring Boot and Spring Core frameworks to streamline application development, enhance modularity, and conduct rigorous code reviews to enforce engineering best practices

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)

EEOC Compliance:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.