Java Microservices Developer

FutureTech Consultants LLC; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

FutureTech Consultants LLC in Minneapolis, MN is seeking an experienced Java Microservices Developer to design, build, and optimize high-throughput APIs and distributed services for critical financial platforms.

You will architect microservices, implement streaming with Kafka, containerize on OpenShift, and ensure robust SQL data handling with secure CI/CD practices. Hybrid onsite collaboration is required with preference for local candidates.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of enterprise backend software development experience.
• Strong Java (8/11/17) with Spring Boot and Spring Cloud.
• Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and deploy microservices and REST APIs using Java and Spring.
• Build streaming pipelines with Kafka for real-time balance and cash flow data.
• Containerize apps and deploy on OpenShift; design robust DB interactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams; perform code reviews and testing.
• Follow CI/CD and secure coding practices.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Spring Cloud

Microservices

Kafka

OpenShift

Docker

SQL

Maven/Gradle

Git

Jenkins

REST APIs

Tools

OpenShift

Docker

Kafka

Maven/Gradle

Job description

Job Title: Java Microservices Developer

Location: Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid: 4 days onsite, Monday Thursday)

Position Type: Long-Term Contract

Interview Process: Phone/Video Screening followed by a mandatory In-Person Final Round Interview

Preference to Locals or nearby ( F2F Expenses will be covered)

We are seeking an experienced Java Microservices Developer to join our engineering team in Minneapolis, MN. In this role, you will design, build, and optimize high-throughput, low-latency APIs and distributed microservices supporting critical financial platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and deploy enterprise-grade microservices and RESTful APIs using Java and the Spring Boot ecosystem.
• Build and maintain event-driven streaming pipelines using Apache Kafka to ensure real-time balance calculations, sub-ledger integrity, and cash management data flow.
• Containerize applications and manage deployments onto OpenShift Container Platform (OCP).
• Design robust data models, write complex SQL queries, and optimize relational database interactions for high-volume transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, product managers, and solution architects to deliver scalable, resilient solutions.
• Conduct code reviews, implement comprehensive unit/integration testing, and adhere to CI/CD and secure coding standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: 5 7 years of hands-on software development experience focusing on enterprise backend systems.
• Core Java & Frameworks: Strong proficiency in Java (8/11/17 ) and deep hands-on expertise with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and microservices architecture.
• Event Streaming: Proven experience implementing real-time messaging, streaming, and event-driven patterns with Apache Kafka.
• Cloud & Containerization: Solid working experience deploying and managing microservices on Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) and Docker.
• API Development: Extensive experience building, securing, and documenting scalable RESTful APIs.
• Database & SQL: Strong proficiency in relational databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server) with advanced SQL querying and performance tuning skills.
• Build & DevOps: Experience with build/CI tools such as Maven/Gradle, Git, and Jenkins pipelines.

Work Model & Interview Requirements

• Hybrid Schedule: Must be available to work onsite 4 days per week (Monday through Thursday) in Minneapolis, MN.
• Interview Process: Candidates must be willing and able to attend an in-person final round interview at the Minneapolis office.