Senior Backend Developer

TechDigital Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology firm is in search of seasoned Senior Backend Developers who excel in Java and microservices. This pivotal role focuses on crafting high-quality, scalable backend services, with 85% of the time dedicated to coding and the remainder to collaborating with product teams for testing and UAT. Candidates should have extensive experience in backend development, particularly with Spring Boot and microservices architecture. This opportunity offers a chance to work with cutting-edge technologies like Google Cloud and MongoDB, ensuring that your contributions have a significant impact on the development of robust and efficient systems. If you're passionate about coding and eager to tackle complex challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of backend development experience with Java and microservices.
• Strong expertise in REST APIs and Spring Boot for scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Collaborate with product teams for UAT and monitor API performance.

Skills

Java

Microservices

REST APIs

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Spring Boot

Google Cloud

MongoDB

Job description

Job Summary: We are seeking experienced Senior Backend Developers with a strong background in Java and microservices. The ideal candidates will have 8-15 years of experience in backend development, with a focus on writing high-quality, scalable, and performant code. This role involves 85% coding and 15% collaboration with product teams and CIS for UAT and testing.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
2. Write and integrate microservices with downstream systems.
3. Ensure high code quality with good coverage, performance, and scalability.
4. Collaborate with product teams and CIS for UAT and testing.
5. Monitor and optimize API performance and resource consumption.
6. Build dashboards to monitor APIs and handle HTTP errors.
7. Work with Google Cloud and MongoDB for data persistence and cloud deployment.
8. Understand and implement non-functional requirements such as end tracing and system monitoring.

Qualifications:

• 8-15 years of experience in backend development with Java.
• Strong expertise in microservices architecture and REST APIs.
• Experience with Spring Boot and building scalable microservices.
• Knowledge of Google Cloud and MongoDB.
• Ability to write high-quality, secure, and performant code.
• Understanding of non-functional requirements and system monitoring.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor degree required.
• Must have recent experience in using all of these tools.
• 5+ years of experience on Java SpringBoot.
• 5+ years of experience on Microservices architecture.
• 3+ years of experience on MongoDB a plus, nice to have.
• 3+ years of designing enterprise solutions.
• 5+ years of experience with REST APIs.