Java Backend Engineer in Bentonville, AR

HYR Global Source Inc; Bentonville (AR); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is looking for a Java Backend Engineer to join their team in a hybrid role based in Bentonville, Arkansas. The ideal candidate will design and maintain backend services and RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Framework. Essential qualifications include strong Java proficiency, experience with databases and Agile environments. This is a full-time position offering growth opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Java version 8 or higher.
• Experience with Spring Framework including Spring Boot and Spring MVC.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and backend architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java.
• Build and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.

Skills

Strong proficiency in Java (8+)

Experience with Spring Framework

Solid understanding of REST APIs

Experience with relational databases

Knowledge of Git

Familiarity with unit testing

Understanding of data structures and algorithms

Experience working in Agile environments

Job description

Overview

Position Name: Java Backend Engineer. Location: Hybrid in Bentonville AR. Position Type: Full-time.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring / Spring Boot
• Build and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code
• Work with databases (SQL and/or NoSQL) to design schemas and optimize queries
• Integrate third-party services and internal APIs
• Ensure application performance, scalability, and security
• Participate in code reviews and architectural discussions
• Troubleshoot and debug production issues
• Collaborate in Agile/Scrum development cycles

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Java (8+)
• Experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security)
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and backend architecture
• Experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and ORM tools (Hibernate/JPA)
• Knowledge of Git and version control workflows
• Familiarity with unit testing (JUnit, Mockito)
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and OOP principles
• Experience working in Agile environments