Senior Java Engineer (Fulltime, Onsite, In-person Interview)

Maxonic Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxonic Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer in San Jose, California, to build and maintain web applications using Java, Kotlin, and Spring frameworks. The role requires collaboration with diverse teams and a focus on delivering high-quality applications.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience developing secure, scalable applications, strong Java and Spring expertise, and familiarity with agile development principles. This position is on-site and open only to local candidates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of overall web development experience in secure, scalable applications.
• Expertise in Java (preferably 17 or later), Spring, and microservices.
• Strong experience in developing REST APIs and using messaging systems like Kafka.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain web applications using Java, Kotlin, and Spring frameworks.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure quality design and delivery.
• Develop web service APIs for applications.

Skills

Java

Kotlin

Spring frameworks

Agile development principles

REST APIs

Microservices

Education

BS/MS degree or equivalent years of experience

Tools

JIRA

Git

BitBucket

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Maxonic maintains a close and long‑term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for:

Job Title: Software Engineer — Java, Kotlin and Spring frameworks

Job Location: San Jose, California

Work Schedule: On-site

This position is open to local candidates only. Candidates requiring relocation will not be considered.

Responsibilities

The Customer Applications Software Engineer is responsible for building and maintaining web applications using Java, Kotlin and Spring frameworks. As a Software Engineer the candidate will be a strong contributor in the execution of the strategic direction for the company, the success of this position will be measured by the usability, quality, and timeliness of applications delivery. You will participate on architecture, design, and implementation of these applications. The ideal candidate is expected to have proven extensive experience building innovative web applications in Java and Spring framework.

• Responsible for working with the configuration management and administration teams to provide accurate build and deployment instructions.
• Responsible for working with tertiary groups such as Security, Architecture, IT Operations, and QA to ensure quality design, delivery, and adherence to corporate standards.
• Develop web service API’s for applications that other dependent systems can consume.
• Ensure application development principles, standards, and best practices are followed for each project.
• Provide support to audit processes and quality management system as required.

What we’re looking for

• A “can do” attitude, high energy, and creativity are required along with organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, written, and visual communication skills, with ability to present findings concisely and effectively.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with developers, program management, and marketing about objectives, requirements and design constraints.
• Solid understanding of agile development principles, careful attention to detail, as well as ability to design solutions for multiple product requirements.
• BS/MS degree or equivalent years of experience.
• 5+ years of overall web development experience, preferably secure, scalable web applications using Java/Kotlin, Spring framework.
• Expertise with web architecture, cross‑platform integration, and building scalable applications in heterogeneous environments.
• Expertise in microservices and related architectures and patterns, like event‑driven architecture, CQRS.
• Strong experience in Java (preferably 17 or later), Spring, Spring boot microservices, Web services (SOAP, REST).
• Experience with various design patterns and Java object‑oriented programming concepts.
• Experience in one or more RDBMS such as Postgres (preferred).
• Experience in developing/managing REST APIs to support communication between systems.
• Understanding of messaging systems such as Kafka, RabbitMQ.
• Knowledge of any cloud platforms such as Heroku, AWS.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with Test‑Driven Development and/or Behavior‑Driven Development.
• Familiarity in using tools such as JIRA, Git, BitBucket.
• Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Experience with industry standard cloud technologies, i.e. Docker, Kubernetes.