Senior Java Backend Engineer

Dahl Consulting; Brooklyn Park (MN); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Dahl Consulting in Brooklyn Park, MN is seeking a Senior Java Backend Engineer to design, develop, and optimize scalable backend services and microservices powering critical digital experiences. You will work with Java, Spring Boot, GCP BigQuery, Kafka, and NoSQL databases, collaborating across product, data, and analytics teams in a hybrid onsite/remote environment.

This role emphasizes modern cloud architectures, security, performance, and opportunities to apply GenAI to boost developer

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience with Kafka and MongoDB in production.
• Skilled in API design, RESTful services, and microservices.
• Familiar with GCP BigQuery and NoSQL data modeling.
• Experience in Agile environments and distributed backends.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs with Java and Spring Boot.
• Build microservices architectures and integrate with internal/external platforms.
• Develop and optimize RESTful APIs and system integrations.
• Work with GCP, including BigQuery, to support data-driven apps.
• Collaborate with data engineering and product teams on scalable solutions.
• Apply best practices for security, performance, testing, and docs.
• Troubleshoot distributed systems and backend environments.
• Participate in architecture discussions and improve engineering standards.
• Leverage GenAI tools to enhance capabilities and developer efficiency.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Kafka

MongoDB

REST APIs

Microservices

GCP

NoSQL Databases

Agile

Problem Solving

Tools

BigQuery

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Title: Senior Java Backend Engineer

Location: Brooklyn Park, MN (Hybrid)

Job Type: Contract (12 Months)

Compensation: $62.59 - $93.98/hr

Industry: Retail

Work Schedule: Hybrid schedule with onsite work two days per week and remote work the remaining days. Candidates must be located within commuting distance of the Brooklyn Park, MN area.

About The Role

Our client, a leading retail and consumer-focused organization, is seeking a Senior Java Backend Engineer to help build and enhance the scalable systems that power enterprise-level digital experiences and data-driven solutions. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize microservices and APIs that support high-volume applications, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to modern cloud-based architectures.

Job Description

As a Senior Java Backend Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining robust backend systems that support mission-critical applications. You will work closely with engineering, product, data, and analytics teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-performing solutions.

Responsibilities Include

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and support microservices architectures that integrate with internal and external platforms.
• Develop and optimize RESTful APIs and system integrations.
• Work with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including BigQuery, to support data-driven applications and services.
• Collaborate with data engineering, data science, and product teams to deliver scalable solutions.
• Implement best practices for software development, security, performance, testing, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues within distributed systems and backend environments.
• Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering standards and processes.
• Leverage modern development tools and emerging technologies, including generative AI solutions, to improve application capabilities and developer efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Java and experience developing applications with Spring Boot.
• Experience working with Kafka and MongoDB in production environments.
• Deep knowledge of API development, RESTful services, and microservice architectures.
• Experience with system integrations and distributed backend systems.
• Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including BigQuery.
• Experience with NoSQL databases and data modeling for large-scale applications.
• Understanding of modern backend frameworks, software design patterns, and scalable architecture principles.
• Experience working within Agile software development environments.
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large-scale retail, e-commerce, or consumer-facing platforms.
• Familiarity with Apache Hadoop or other enterprise data platforms.
• Experience implementing or integrating generative AI (GenAI) technologies into applications or workflows.
• Experience with cloud-native architectures and containerized environments.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices.
• Experience designing highly available and fault-tolerant distributed systems.

Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits Summary: https://www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta/.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!