Senior Backend Developer

Compunnel, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Sunnyvale is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to design and develop scalable backend systems using Java and Spring Boot. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in microservices architecture and AWS services. Responsibilities include optimizing performance, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Experience with Docker and Kubernetes is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Backend Developer with strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot.
• In-depth knowledge of microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, Lambda, RDS, S3).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend systems using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement and maintain microservices architecture.
• Work with AWS services including EC2, Lambda, RDS, and S3.
• Optimize system performance and troubleshoot technical issues.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices architecture

AWS services

Kafka

NoSQL databases

Git

CI/CD tools

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with cloud platforms, event-driven systems, and containerization technologies.

This role involves designing and developing scalable backend systems, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend systems using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement and maintain microservices architecture.
• Work with AWS services including EC2, Lambda, RDS, and S3.
• Integrate Kafka for event-driven architecture and data streaming.
• Optimize system performance and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and version control workflows.
• Apply software development best practices and design patterns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust backend solutions.
• Participate in DevOps practices for automation and deployment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience as a Backend Developer with strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot.
• In-depth knowledge of microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, Lambda, RDS, S3).
• Familiarity with Kafka for data streaming and event-driven systems.
• Experience with NoSQL databases.
• Strong problem-solving and performance optimization skills.
• Proficiency with Git and CI/CD tools.
• Knowledge of software development best practices and design patterns.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS certification (e.g., AWS Certified Developer).
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of additional programming languages such as Python or Go.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and automation tools.