Backend Developer; Java Microservices - 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.

• 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, Dev Ops, 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.

• 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) services (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/Postgre
  
  SQL) and/or No
  
  SQL 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.

• 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 Graph
  
  QL.
• Understanding of performance tuning and optimization techniques.