Remote Backend Java Engineer - Microservices & Cloud

YO AI Labs; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

YO AI Labs is seeking an experienced Backend Java Developer to support a high-impact technology and AI training project. You will design, develop, review, and optimize scalable backend systems using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.

No prior AI experience is required. Strong backend engineering expertise and the ability to deliver high-quality technical solutions are the key requirements. This is a remote contractor role with distributed teams.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Java.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and design principles.
• Experience building scalable backend systems.
• Solid knowledge of REST APIs and backend best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and maintain robust microservices architectures.
• Develop and integrate REST APIs and backend services.
• Review requirements and deliver clean, maintainable code.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend systems.
• Contribute to performance, reliability, scalability, and security.
• Document processes and system designs.
• Collaborate with remote teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

REST APIs

Backend Development

Distributed Systems

API Development

Cloud Platforms

Debugging

System Design

Software Architecture

Code Review

Job description

YO AI Labs is seeking an experienced Backend Java Developer to support a high-impact technology and AI training project. You will design, develop, review, and optimize scalable backend systems using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.

No prior AI experience is required. Strong backend engineering expertise and the ability to deliver high-quality technical solutions are the key requirements. This is a remote contractor role with distributed teams.