Backend Java Developer
Job in
Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, 43224, USA
Listed on 2026-08-23
Listing for:
Revel IT
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-23
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Backend Developer, Java Developer, Cloud Engineer - Software, Database Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Backend Java Developer (Contract, 12+ Months) — Hybrid in New Albany, OH
We have an immediate need for a Backend Java Developer to join a direct client engagement, on-site in New Albany, Ohio, for a 12+ month contract. We're looking for someone with 3-5 years of backend development experience and strong hands-on expertise in Java, Kafka, Spring Web Flux, and GraphQL, who's ready to design, build, and support scalable backend services for enterprise applications.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot, incorporating Spring Security best practices
- Design and implement GraphQL APIs for flexible, efficient data retrieval and manipulation
- Apply reactive programming with Spring Web Flux to build non-blocking, resilient applications
- Manage Kafka-based event-driven architecture, including topic configuration, event streaming, and Spring Boot integration
- Build custom Kafka producers and consumers for reliable message processing
- Support Kafka implementations using Confluent Cloud where applicable
- Implement data management solutions using MyBatis, JDBC, and SQL
- Deploy and maintain applications on Tomcat
- Support container orchestration and scaling with Docker and Kubernetes
- Follow test-driven development (TDD) practices
- Build CI pipelines using Git Lab CI, with deployment support via Helm
- 3-5 years of backend development experience with Java, Kafka, Spring Web Flux, and GraphQL
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field
- Strong understanding of reactive programming and its application in Spring Web Flux
- Proven experience designing and implementing GraphQL APIs
- Experience with Spring Boot 2.7+ and Spring Security 5.x preferred
- Familiarity with OAuth and JWT a plus
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to work independently and in a team
Location: On-site — New Albany, Ohio
Duration: 12+ months
Type: Direct client contract
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