Java Backend Developer -W2 Contract
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Job Description
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Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Java Backend Developer to join our team in Phoenix, AZ. The ideal candidate will have strong backend development experience building scalable, high-performance applications. Candidates with the financial services domain will be highly preferred. Local candidates will receive priority consideration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java
- Build and consume RESTful APIs and microservices
- Work closely with front-end developers, product teams, and stakeholders
- Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability
- Write clean, efficient, and testable code
- Participate in code reviews and Agile ceremonies
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues
- Ensure adherence to security and compliance standards
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 9+ years of experience in Java backend development
- Strong experience with Java 8/11/17, Spring Boot, Microservices Architecture
- Experience in building REST APIs and backend systems
- Hands-on experience with SQL/NoSQL databases (Oracle, MySQL, MongoDB)
- Experience with Kafka or messaging systems
- Familiarity with AWS or cloud platforms
- Strong understanding of data structures, OOP, and design patterns
- Experience with Git, Maven/Gradle
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong background in Financial Services / Banking domain
- Experience working in high-volume, transaction-based systems
- Exposure to CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
- Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Nice to Have
- Experience with reactive programming (Spring WebFlux)
- Knowledge of API security (OAuth2, JWT)
- Exposure to monitoring tools (Splunk, ELK, Prometheus)
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced Agile environment
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