Backend Developer (Java Microservices - Spring Boot)

**Backend Developer (Java Microservices - Spring Boot)

Springfield, MO

Position type: W2 contract**

We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled

Backend Developer

who is deeply

hands-on with Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing and building scalable, high-performance backend systems and APIs, deployed on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

This role involves developing

robust microservices, ensuring seamless integration

with

frontend and third-party systems,

and

optimizing performance, scalability, and reliability across distributed systems.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot.

Build and manage microservices-based architecture ensuring high availability and fault tolerance.

Develop RESTful APIs and integrate with frontend applications and external services.

Architect and optimize backend systems for performance, scalability, and security.

Deploy, monitor, and manage applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

Implement CI/CD pipelines and automate deployments in cloud environments.

Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Optimize database interactions and ensure efficient data processing.

Implement caching, logging, and monitoring solutions for performance improvements.

Ensure code quality through best practices, code reviews, and automated testing.

Troubleshoot production issues and continuously improve system reliability.

Stay updated with the latest backend and cloud technologies and best practices.

Key Requirements

3 7 years of experience in backend development using Java and Spring Boot.

Strong expertise in Microservices architecture and distributed systems.

Experience building and consuming

RESTful APIs.

Hands-on experience with

Google Cloud Platform (GCP) s

ervices (e.g.,

Compute Engine, Cloud Run, GKE, Pub/Sub).

Strong understanding of cloud-native application development.

Experience with CI/CD tools and deployment automation.

Proficiency in relational

(MySQL/PostgreSQL) and/or NoSQL databases.

Strong knowledge of

design patterns, data structures, and system design.

Experience with security best practices

(OAuth2, JWT, API security).

Familiarity with message queues/streaming systems (

Kafka, Pub/Sub).

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills

Experience with containerization and orchestration (

Docker, Kubernetes).

Exposure to

event-driven architecture and reactive programming.

Knowledge of

API Gateway and service mesh concepts.

Experience with monitoring tools (

Prometheus, Grafana, Stackdriver).

Familiarity with

GraphQL.

Understanding of performance tuning and optimization techniques.