Java Engineer

SynergisticIT; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SynergisticIT offers an opportunity to transition your career into high-demand tech roles focusing on Java and DevOps in Houston, Texas. You will develop skills in building APIs, managing CI/CD pipelines, and deploying applications in cloud environments.

This program is ideal for CS graduates, bootcamp alumni, and self-taught developers aiming for a structured pathway into backend roles. Join us to gain real-world experience and mentorship in the tech industry.

Qualifications

• Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Familiarity with cloud computing and integration services.
• Basic knowledge of CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable APIs using Spring Boot.
• Manage CI/CD pipelines utilizing Jenkins, Docker, and GitHub Actions.
• Deploy microservices in cloud environments.

Skills

Java

DevOps

Spring Boot

Docker

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Education

Computer Science degree or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes

Terraform

Job description

Are you ready to turn your Java skills into a high‑paying, high‑demand tech career? Whether you are a fresh CS graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to specialize in backend development and DevOps, SynergisticIT can launch you directly into industry‑aligned roles fast.

Why Java + DevOps + Spring Boot?

• Build scalable APIs with Spring Boot.
• Manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Docker, and GitHub Actions.
• Deploy and monitor microservices in AWS or Azure.
• Collaborate seamlessly using DevOps tools and automation.

This powerful skill set underpins roles such as Java Backend Developer, DevOps Engineer, Full‑Stack Java Developer, and Platform Engineer. And it’s exactly what we teach.

What You’ll Work On

• Core Java & Advanced Java (OOP, collections, multithreading, exception handling)
• Spring & Spring Boot Frameworks (REST APIs, JPA, MVC, Dependency Injection)
• DevOps Tools (Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform)
• Cloud Integration (AWS EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, IAM)
• CI/CD & Testing (JUnit, Maven, pipeline automation)
• Project Architecture using real‑world use cases (multi‑module APIs, layered architecture, security, logging)

You’ll build and deploy production‑grade applications in a cloud environment, ready to showcase to hiring managers on GitHub or LinkedIn.

Who Should Apply?

• CS graduates seeking real‑world, job‑ready experience
• Bootcamp alumni looking to specialize and get placed
• Working professionals transitioning into backend/cloud roles
• Self‑taught developers who want structure, mentorship, and employer guidance