Principal Backend Java Engineer — Scale & Impact

Roberts Recruiting, LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Boston-based startup is looking for a Principal Back-end Java Engineer to join their growing engineering team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience, expertise in Java server-side functionalities, and a strong background in web technologies and RESTful API design. Experience with Docker and agile processes is a plus. This is an exciting opportunity to help scale a fast-growing startup.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in back-end Java development, especially Java 8.
• Experience with web technologies and RESTful API design.
• Strong SQL skills and experience with query and data model design.

Skills

Java server side functionality

RESTful API design

SQL fundamentals

Docker containers

Agile process management

Tools

nginx

Jetty

Jersey

DropWizard

Docker swarm

DC/OS

Kubernetes

Job description

A fast growing Series A startup located in Boston, we'rea groupof construction business owners in the Boston area determined to find an efficient alternative to an antiquated dump truck hiring and management workflow. Due to our recent funding, we're looking to scale out our engineering team (currently a team of 7) and adda sharp Principal Back-end Java Engineer to the teamwho can help us reach the next level!

Job Requirement:

• 8+ years of experience owning Java server side functionality, including Java 8
• Deep understanding of web technologies and RESTful API design and best practices required; experience using nginx, Jetty, Jersey, and DropWizard strongly preferred
• Solid SQL fundamentals, including query and data model design
• Hands-on experience creating and consuming Docker containers
• Comfort and familiarity with agile process management
• Experience managing distributed processing systems such as Docker swarm, DC/OS, or Kubernetes highly desirable