Backend Java Data Engineer

EXL; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EXL in New York is looking for a Data Engineer to design and build scalable data solutions for client programs. The role involves developing robust backend services and data pipelines using modern technologies.

The ideal candidate will have strong skills in Java and Spring Boot, with experience in Apache Kafka and Oracle databases. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to contribute to end-to-end data engineering initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and unit test Java-based applications for data processing.
• Develop backend services using Spring Boot and REST APIs.
• Build data pipelines integrating data from relational databases.
• Create documentation for usage, deployment, and support.

Skills

Java development

Spring Boot

Apache Kafka

Oracle databases

SQL

MongoDB

REST APIs

Docker

Job description

We are looking for a Data Engineer with strong skills in Java and Spring Boot to design and build scalable data solutions for one of our client programs.

The role focuses on developing robust backend services and data pipelines, enabling seamless data integration across enterprise systems. You will work on event-driven architectures, API-driven integrations, and high-performance data processing solutions using modern technologies.

The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a distributed, fast-paced environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and efficient data solutions. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to end-to-end data engineering initiatives, from development to deployment and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and unit test Java-based applications for data processing
• Develop backend services using Spring Boot and REST APIs
• Build data pipelines integrating data from:
• Relational databases (Oracle)
• Develop and expose APIs for data access and integration
• Work with structured and semi-structured data formats (JSON, XML, etc.)
• Optimize application performance for high-volume data processing
• Deploy applications using Docker containers
• Participate in code deployment and release processes
• Monitor and troubleshoot applications
• Create documentation for usage, deployment, and support
• Participate in agile development (scrum) and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Required Skills:

• Strong hands-on experience in Java development
• Experience with Spring Boot framework
• Experience working with Apache Kafka (event-driven architecture)
• Strong experience with Oracle databases and SQL
• Experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases
• Experience in building and consuming REST APIs
• Knowledge of data processing and integration patterns
• Familiarity with JSON/XML data formats
• Understanding of Docker/containerization

The posted range is the hiring range for this role — a subset of the broader range available to employees over time — and reflects base salary across our national hiring scale. Final offers are based on several factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, internal pay equity, work location, market conditions for the role, and the specific scope and responsibilities of the position. The top of the range is reserved for candidates who notably exceed the requirements; the lower end applies to those with less experience or fewer preferred qualifications. For positions based in higher-cost zones (e.g., California, New York, New Jersey), actual compensation may exceed the posted range; your recruiter will share specifics during the process.

Base Compensation Range: $130,000- $150,000