Java Backend Developer

Job Title: Java Backend Developer

Location: Mount Laurel, NJ (Hybrid)

Job Type: Contract

Responsibilities:

• Seeking an experienced Java Backend Developer with strong expertise in Java (8/11/17+), Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience developing and securing RESTful APIs, working with SQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL), and building scalable enterprise applications
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps practices is essential
• The role also requires proficiency in testing, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and collaborating within Agile/Scrum teams to deliver high-quality software solutions

Skills:

• Java Development: Strong hands-on experience in Java 8/11/17+, Core Java, object-oriented programming, collections, multithreading, and developing scalable enterprise applications.
• Spring Boot & Microservices: Proven experience designing, developing, and maintaining microservices-based applications using Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Spring Data JPA, and Spring Security.
• REST API Development: Hands-on experience designing, developing, integrating, and securing RESTful APIs using JSON, HTTP methods, OAuth 2.0/JWT, and API documentation tools such as Swagger/OpenAPI.
• Database & Integration: Strong experience with SQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL), Hibernate/JPA, database queries, and integrating applications with internal and external systems.
• Cloud, DevOps & CI/CD: Working knowledge of AWS or Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Maven, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines for building, deploying, and supporting microservices applications.
• Testing, Troubleshooting & Agile Delivery: Experience with JUnit, Mockito, Postman, debugging, performance optimization, production issue resolution, and working in Agile/Scrum teams to deliver high-quality software solutions