Remote Backend Java Engineer - Spring Boot & Microservices

YO AI Labs; Town of Schroeppel (NY); Remote; USD 96,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

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

No AI prior experience required; strong backend engineering and delivering high-quality solutions are key. You will collaborate with remote teams, implement REST APIs, and ensure performance, reliability, and security.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Java.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and design principles.
• Experience building scalable and maintainable backend systems.
• Knowledge of REST APIs, data structures, and backend best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication; able to work independently.
• Ability to collaborate with remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain 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, efficient code.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
• Troubleshoot and optimize backend systems.
• Contribute to performance, reliability, and security.
• Document technical processes and designs.
• Collaborate effectively with remote teams.

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 remote AI training project. You will design, develop, review, and optimize scalable backend systems using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices.

No AI prior experience required; strong backend engineering and delivering high-quality solutions are key. You will collaborate with remote teams, implement REST APIs, and ensure performance, reliability, and security.