Senior Java Developer

Apex Systems; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

401K with company match

HSA

EAP - counseling

Training & certification

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Senior Java Developer in Pleasanton, CA for onsite work. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies, while mentoring junior engineers and guiding best practices across the team.

You will architect microservices, optimize relational databases, implement RESTful APIs, and contribute to CI/CD and DevOps initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Retail industry experience is also sought.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Architect microservices and contribute to system design discussions.
• Write clean, well-documented code following best practices.
• Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and procedures.
• Collaborate with product, QA, and DevOps.
• Mentor junior developers and drive technical growth.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements and DevOps practices.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

Relational database

REST API

Hibernate/JPA

Maven/Gradle

JUnit/Mockito

Docker/Kubernetes

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Git

Jenkins/GitLab CI

Job description

Job#: 3050300

Job Description:

Senior Java Developer

Location

Pleasanton, California (Onsite)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Java Developer with deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and database technologies. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance applications. You will also mentor junior developers and help drive technical best practices across the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Architect microservices-based solutions and contribute to system design discussions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following industry best practices.
• Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and stored procedures for performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, QA, and DevOps.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex production issues.
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers, fostering technical growth within the team.
• Participate in architectural decisions and contribute to technical roadmaps.
• Ensure application security, scalability, and reliability standards are met.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements and DevOps practices.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience is required.

Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in Java development is required. Retail industry experience is also sought.

Technical Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot and the Spring Framework (Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security).
• Proven experience designing and building microservices architecture.
• Strong expertise in relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle), including schema design, query optimization, and indexing.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and development.
• Experience with ORM frameworks such as Hibernate or JPA.
• Proficiency in build tools like Maven or Gradle and version control with Git.
• Experience with unit testing frameworks such as JUnit or Mockito and TDD practices.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong knowledge of design patterns, SOLID principles, and clean code practices.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis, Cassandra).
• Experience with message queuing systems such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Experience with event-driven architecture.
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Prior experience in a technical leadership or mentorship role.
• Knowledge of performance tuning and application monitoring tools (e.g., New Relic, Datadog, Splunk).
• Experience working in a fast-paced, cross-functional product environment.

Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Statement

• Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer.
• We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Statement (Duplicate)

• Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer.
• We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Address

4400 Cox Road

Suite 200

Glen Allen, Virginia 23060

Company Information

NYSE: EFOR

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