Java Backend Developer Contract C2C jobs Hybrid II OH

Tech Mirrors; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 82,656 - 123,984; Part time

Job summary

Tech Mirrors in Columbus, OH is seeking a Java Backend Developer on a contract basis. You will build robust backend services, leverage Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JAX-RS to deliver scalable microservices, and collaborate on API design with REST, JSON, and XML.

You will work with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization, implement CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins or GitLab, and coordinate with teams via Jira and Confluence while optimizing data access to MySQL and MongoDB.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Java and modern backend frameworks.
• Experience designing microservices architectures and APIs.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and CI/CD workflows.
• Familiarity with API management (Apigee) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop Java backend services and microservices using Spring Boot and JAX-RS.
• Design and build RESTful APIs with secure integration patterns.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments.
• Collaborate using Jira/Confluence with cross-functional teams.
• Optimize database access for MySQL and MongoDB.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Hibernate

JAX-RS

RESTful API design

Microservices

OAuth

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitLab

Git

Jira

Confluence

Apigee

Job description

Title: Java Backend Developer

Work Location: Columbus – OH

Position Type: Contract

Job Description

• Java Development: Strong experience with Java and frameworks like Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JAX-RS for building microservices.
• Microservices Architecture: Proven experience designing and developing microservices architectures, including service discovery, API gateways, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• API Design & Integration: Solid understanding of RESTful API principles, JSON, XML, and API security best practices.
• Cloud & DevOps: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab, etc.).
• Version Control & Collaboration Tools: Experience with Git and version control systems, and familiarity with collaborative tools like JIRA and Confluence.
• Database Experience: Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, MongoDB) and understanding of database optimization techniques.
• Apigee Experience Desirable: Hands-on experience in Apigee API management, including configuring API proxies, setting up security protocols (OAuth, API keys, etc.), and leveraging Apigee’s analytics tools.