IT - Developer - Back End Developer II

Apex Systems; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Backend Java Developer II to build scalable, reactive backend services using Java, Spring WebFlux, and Kafka. You will implement secure, efficient systems, manage event streams, and deploy on Tomcat in an onsite New Albany, Ohio setting.

You will work with Spring Boot (2.7+), Spring Security, MyBatis, JDBC, and Docker/Kubernetes, contributing to code quality via TDD and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• 3-5 years of backend development experience with Java, Kafka, and Spring WebFlux.
• Experience building backends with Spring Boot and reactive WebFlux.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services using Java with Spring Boot (2.7+), incl. Spring Security.
• Utilize Spring WebFlux for non-blocking, reactive apps to enhance responsiveness.
• Manage Kafka-based event-driven architectures, including topic creation and Spring Boot integration.
• Create custom Kafka producers and consumers using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement data management with MyBatis, JDBC, and SQL.
• Deploy applications on Tomcat with high availability and performance.
• Use Maven for dependency management and Docker for containerization.
• Adhere to test-driven development practices to ensure code quality.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot 2.7+

Spring WebFlux

Kafka

Reactive programming

MyBatis

JDBC

SQL

Oauth

JWT

Security best practices

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Tomcat

Maven

Confluent Cloud (preferred)

Job description

• Tomcat, Maven, Docker, Kubernetes

Job#: 3053098 Job Description:

IT - Developer - Back End Developer II

Location: New Albany, Ohio (Onsite)

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented Backend Java Developer proficient in Kafka and Spring WebFlux. This role requires a balance of skills in these three key areas to build responsive, efficient, and scalable backend services. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our backend architecture, utilizing your expertise to impact the success of our projects directly.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services using Java with Spring Boot (2.7 or higher), incorporating robust security practices with Spring Security (5.x preferred).
• Utilize Spring WebFlux for building non-blocking, reactive applications to enhance system responsiveness and resilience.
• Manage Kafka-based event-driven architectures, including event streaming, topic creation, configuration, and Spring Boot integration with Kafka.
• Create custom Kafka producers and consumers using Java and Spring Boot for effective message processing and handling.
• Implement and maintain data management solutions with MyBatis, JDBC, and SQL.
• Deploy applications on Tomcat, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Use Maven for dependency management and Docker for the containerization of applications.
• Adhere to test-driven development practices to ensure code quality and maintainability.

Required Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.

Experience: This position requires 3-5 years of experience in backend development, specifically with Java, Kafka, and Spring WebFlux.

Technical Skills

• Java, Spring Boot (2.7+), Spring Security (5.x)
• Reactive programming with Spring WebFlux
• Kafka, including topic management and integration
• MyBatis, JDBC, SQL
• Tomcat, Maven, Docker, Kubernetes
• Understanding of Oauth and JWT
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Confluent Cloud.
• Experience developing CI pipelines using GitLab CI and managing deployments with Helm.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.