Senior Java Backend Developer (FTE / Hybrid)

NTT DATA, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (employer contrib)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

NTT DATA Services in Charlotte, NC, United States is seeking a Senior Java Backend Developer (FTE / Hybrid) to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot. You will build REST APIs, microservices, and ensure secure, high-performance services across enterprise systems.

The role requires 7+ years in Java/backend development, strong Spring Boot experience, and expertise in API design, microservices, and CI/CD.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Java/backend software development.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Spring Boot.
• 5+ years of experience developing REST APIs.
• 4+ years of experience designing and developing microservices.
• 5+ years of experience with SQL and relational databases.
• 3+ years of experience in application modernization and legacy system transformation.
• 3+ years of experience providing production support for enterprise applications.
• 3+ years of experience with API integration, design patterns, error handling, and security.
• 2+ years of experience with Git and CI/CD practices.
• 2+ years of experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• 3+ years of experience troubleshooting, debugging, and performing root-cause analysis for application issues.
• 3+ years of experience collaborating with architects, business analysts, QA, DevOps, and other cross-functional teams.
• 2+ years of experience participating in code reviews, unit testing, deployments, and release activities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Develop and integrate REST APIs and microservices for enterprise applications.
• Build reusable, secure, and high-performance backend services.
• Develop SQL queries, stored procedures, and database integrations.
• Participate in application modernization, including legacy application migration and transformation.
• Analyze existing applications and recommend improvements to architecture, performance, and maintainability.
• Troubleshoot application issues and provide production support for critical business applications.
• Monitor application health, investigate production incidents, and drive root-cause analysis and resolution.
• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, QA, DevOps, and frontend teams.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, CI/CD, and Agile development activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, and support procedures.
• Support deployment, release activities, and post-production validation.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

SQL

Git

CI/CD

Agile/Scrum

Debugging

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/ IT/ Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

Splunk

Dynatrace

AppDynamics

Job description

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Senior Java Backend Developer (FTE / Hybrid)

Date: Sep 23, 2026

Location: Charlotte, NC, US

Company: NTT DATA Services

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization,

We are currently seeking a Senior Java Backend Developer (FTE / Hybrid) to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina (US-NC), United States (US).

Day-to-Day Job Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Develop and integrate REST APIs and microservices for enterprise applications.
• Build reusable, secure, and high-performance backend services.
• Develop SQL queries, stored procedures, and database integrations.
• Participate in application modernization, including legacy application migration and transformation.
• Analyze existing applications and recommend improvements to architecture, performance, and maintainability.
• Troubleshoot application issues and provide production support for critical business applications.
• Monitor application health, investigate production incidents, and drive root-cause analysis and resolution.
• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, QA, DevOps, and frontend teams.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, CI/CD, and Agile development activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, and support procedures.
• Support deployment, release activities, and post-production validation.

Basic Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Java/backend software development.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with Spring Boot.
• 5+ years of experience developing REST APIs.
• 4+ years of experience designing and developing microservices.
• 5+ years of experience with SQL and relational databases.
• 3+ years of experience in application modernization and legacy system transformation.
• 3+ years of experience providing production support for enterprise applications.
• 3+ years of experience with API integration, design patterns, error handling, and security.
• 2+ years of experience with Git and CI/CD practices.
• 2+ years of experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• 3+ years of experience troubleshooting, debugging, and performing root-cause analysis for application issues.
• 3+ years of experience collaborating with architects, business analysts, QA, DevOps, and other cross-functional teams.
• 2+ years of experience participating in code reviews, unit testing, deployments, and release activities.

Travel

• NA

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Nice to Have

• Experience with AWS/Azure/GCP and cloud‑native application development.
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes and containerized microservices.
• Kafka or other event‑driven/messaging technologies.
• Experience with NoSQL databases.
• Experience with observability tools such as Splunk, Dynatrace, or AppDynamics.
• Experience with legacy‑to‑microservices transformation.
• Financial services, insurance, or other enterprise‑domain experience.

#LI-NorthAmerica

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this role is $96,800.00 - $145,200.00. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.

This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, lifeand AD\&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners.NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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