Java Backend Engineer

TechDigital Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDigital Group is seeking a skilled backend developer in Phoenix, Arizona. The role emphasizes designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend applications primarily using Java (8+) and frameworks like Spring Boot and NodeJS. Key responsibilities include building RESTful APIs, optimizing application performance, and collaborating within Agile teams. Proficiency in Docker, Kubernetes, and messaging solutions like Kafka or RabbitMQ is preferred. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative enterprise applications in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing, developing, and maintaining backend applications using Java.
• Familiarity with microservices architectures and RESTful API development.
• Ability to integrate solutions across batch and real-time processing.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable backend applications and RESTful APIs.
• Implement API and data integration solutions.
• Optimize application performance and participate in code reviews.

Skills

Java (8+)

RESTful APIs

Spring Boot

Docker/Kubernetes

Problem-solving

Agile/Scrum

Tools

NodeJS

Vert.x

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Job description

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java (8+), applying strong OOP concepts and design principles
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs and microservices architectures to support enterprise applications
• Develop solutions using Spring Boot, Vert.x, and NodeJS frameworks
• Implement and manage API and data integration solutions across batch and real-time processing systems
• Optimize application performance through monitoring, tuning, and code improvements
• Contribute to containerized deployments using Docker/Kubernetes (preferred)
• Integrate messaging solutions using Kafka or RabbitMQ (plus)
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and collaborate within cross-functional teams
• Perform code reviews, troubleshoot production issues, and apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills