Software Developer (Java Backend) with DevOps | Cupertino, CA

CCGT LLC; Cupertino, San Diego (CA, CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CCGT LLC seeks an exceptionally skilled Software Developer (Java Backend) with DevOps expertise for an onsite contract in Cupertino or San Diego, CA. You will design, build, and scale Java microservices, APIs, and automated deployment pipelines, using Spring Boot, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD workflows.

The ideal candidate brings deep Java backend proficiency, distributed system experience, and strong collaboration with architects and QA to ensure high availability and low latency across

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of professional software development experience focusing on Java backend engineering.
• Deep hands-on proficiency with Spring Boot, microservices architecture, and REST API design.
• Proven professional experience with DevOps tools and practices, including Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Solid working knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, caching layers, and message brokers.
• Strong understanding of Linux operating systems, shell scripting (Bash/Python), and networking protocols.
• Mandatory residency/work authorization: onsite in Cupertino, CA or San Diego, CA.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable, high-availability backend microservices and RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement robust enterprise integration patterns, message queues (Kafka/RabbitMQ), and distributed caching mechanisms.
• Architect, configure, and maintain containerized application environments utilizing Docker and Kubernetes orchestration platforms.
• Build, optimize, and manage automated CI/CD deployment pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
• Write highly optimized database queries and persistence layers across SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Collaborate with system architects, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality software releases.

Skills

Java backend development

Spring Boot

DevOps practices

REST API design

Containerization

CI/CD pipelines

SQL/NoSQL databases

Linux scripting (Bash/Python)

Distributed systems

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitLab CI

GitHub Actions

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an exceptionally skilled and experienced Software Developer (Java Backend) with DevOps expertise to join our engineering team on an onsite contract basis in Cupertino, CA or San Diego, CA. In this critical backend and infrastructure engineering role, you will be responsible for designing, building, and scaling high-performance Java microservices, enterprise APIs, and automated deployment pipelines. The ideal candidate will bring advanced professional proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, distributed system design, containerization, and CI/CD DevOps workflows. If you possess a distinguished background in backend software development and cloud infrastructure automation, we invite you to apply.

Detailed Job Description

As a Software Developer (Java Backend) with DevOps in Cupertino, CA or San Diego, CA (Onsite) via CCGT LLC, you will serve as a principal technical authority responsible for developing robust backend services and maintaining automated deployment infrastructure. Your daily responsibilities will encompass engineering scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot, managing containerized application workloads with Docker and Kubernetes, and orchestrating automated CI/CD pipelines. You will collaborate closely with software architects, QA engineers, and operations teams to guarantee high availability and low latency across enterprise systems. Candidates are required to submit their updated resume via email to Syed Ali at [e-mail].

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable, high-availability backend microservices and RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement robust enterprise integration patterns, message queues (Kafka/RabbitMQ), and distributed caching mechanisms.
• Architect, configure, and maintain containerized application environments utilizing Docker and Kubernetes orchestration platforms.
• Build, optimize, and manage automated CI/CD deployment pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
• Write highly optimized database queries, schemas, and persistence layers across relational (SQL) and NoSQL databases.
• Collaborate proactively with system architects, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality software releases.
• Monitor application performance, troubleshoot production incidents, and execute root-cause analysis (RCA) swiftly.
• Enforce strict adherence to enterprise security best practices, vulnerability patching, and infrastructure hardening.
• Manage infrastructure automation and cloud provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform.
• Author comprehensive technical specifications, API documentation, and operational runbooks.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6+ years of professional software development experience focusing on Java backend engineering.
• Deep hands-on proficiency with Spring Boot, microservices architecture, and REST API design.
• Proven professional experience with DevOps tools and practices, including Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Solid working knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, caching layers, and message brokers.
• Strong understanding of Linux operating systems, shell scripting (Bash/Python), and networking protocols.
• Outstanding analytical problem-solving, debugging, and cross-functional communication capabilities.
• Mandatory residency/work authorization: Ability to operate onsite in Cupertino, CA or San Diego, CA.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or Oracle Certified Professional Java Developer.
• Prior professional experience working within high-tech consumer electronics or hyperscale enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with modern observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog).
• Immediate availability for onsite contract mobilization in California.

Application Information

• Salary/Rate: Competitive market rate
• Deadline: Immediate
• Notice Period: Immediate to 14 Days
• Contract Duration: 6+ Months Contract

Recruitment Pro Tip

When applying for this Java Backend Software Developer position with CCGT LLC, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your Spring Boot microservices portfolio, your Kubernetes/Docker DevOps experience, and your CI/CD automation background.