Contract Software Engineer II - Backend

Socket.dev; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrify America in Reston, VA is seeking a Contract Software Engineer II – Backend who is a solid Java developer and can own their work, deliver features, and grow quickly.

You will deliver backend features in Java with Spring Boot, write tests, review code, and collaborate with senior engineers in an Agile environment, with occasional domestic travel.

Required: 5+ years backend experience, Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Postgres or MongoDB, and a Bachelor's degree in CS or engineering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend software development experience.
• Proficiency in Java; Spring Boot experience preferred.
• Experience with REST API development.
• Exposure to databases: Postgres and/or MongoDB.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently deliver backend features and bug fixes in Java, meeting sprint commitments.
• Write clean, production-quality code and maintain test coverage.
• Collaborate with teammates and other teams to resolve blockers.
• Participate in Agile rituals and code reviews.
• Contribute to test suites with unit and integration tests.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST API development

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

Electrify America is committed to revolutionizing the way people charge. As the country's largest open DC fast charging network, Electrify America is actively contributing to electrifying mobility today and building a more sustainable future.

At Electrify America, we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We strive to establish a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can develop personally and professionally. As a team member at this rapidly growing company, you can work on state-of-the‑art technology and join a team making a significant impact in the world. Ifyou're interested in joining a dynamic, innovative company, Electrify America is a place where you can learn, grow, and make a difference!

Brief Role Description

We are looking for a Contract Software Engineer II – Backend who is a solid Java developer, ready to execute independently, keep pace with team delivery, and grow fast. You take ownership of your work, speak up when you're blocked, and see every challenge as an opportunity to get better. You don't wait to be told what to do — you figure it out, ask the right questions, and get things done.

What You'll Do

• Independently deliver backend features and bug fixes in Java, meeting sprint commitments and contributing to team velocity
• Write clean, well-structured code — and take pride in it
• Proactively reach out to teammates, leads, or other teams when you hit a blocker instead of going silent
• Contribute to growing the team's test coverage through unit and integration tests — not just for your own code, but also new initiatives that might need additional testing coverage
• Participate actively in Agile rituals: standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
• Review code, give useful feedback, and receive it with an open mind
• Collaborate with senior engineers and ask good questions to level up quickly

Possible Tasks within this Role

What We're Looking For:

Core skills

• Solid proficiency in Java — you can write production-quality backend code without needing handholding
• Familiarity with Spring Boot or similar backend frameworks
• Experience working with REST APIs and relational or NoSQL databases (Postgres, MongoDB)
• Comfortable writing unit tests; integration test experience is a plus

How you work

• You execute independently — you break down a task, figure out the approach, and deliver it
• You match or beat team velocity consistently; you don't let tickets sit
• You are proactive: if something is unclear or you're stuck, you reach out — you don't wait
• You take ownership of quality, including test coverage, without being asked
• You're a fast learner who treats new technology, domains, or challenges as interesting problems, not obstacles

Qualification requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend software development experience
• Proficiency in Java; Spring Boot experience preferred
• Experience with REST API development
• Exposure to databases: Postgres and/or MongoDB
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Nice to Have

• Experience with OCPP or EV charging domain knowledge
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with integration testing frameworks

Work Flexibility

• Standard working hours with occasional after‑hours support as needed
• Up to 5–10% domestic travel

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Electrify America, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.

This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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