Java Backend Engineer (Java + AWS + Spring Boot + Microservices)

Rockville, Maryland, US$135k – $146kPosted 6 days ago

Role Overview

Maganti IT Resources, LLC is hiring a mid-level Java Backend Engineer (Java + AWS + Spring Boot + Microservices). This is a contract hybrid role, based in Rockville. Part of Maganti IT Resources, LLC's Backend hiring, posted 6 days ago. The posted range is $135k to $146k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

This role offers $135k-$146k. The median for Mid-level Backend roles is $120k-$166k (based on 29 listings). Near median.

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Job description

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Java Backend Engineer (Java + AWS + Spring Boot + Microservices)

Job ID: O5538286

Job Title: Staff Software Engineer / Java Backend Engineer

Location: Rockville, MD (Hybrid)

Note - Candidate must be Able to go to a face-to-face interview.

Note: Only Visa-Independent Candidates

Rate -65/hr on w2 or 70/hr on 1099

Required Experience

8+ years of Java Backend Development
3+ years of AWS Cloud experience
Experience building enterprise-scale applications

Must-Have Skills

Java 8/11/17
Spring Boot
Spring Framework
REST APIs
Microservices Architecture
AWS (EC2, Lambda, RDS, API Gateway)
SQL Databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server)
Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD
Docker
Kubernetes / Amazon EKS / ECS
Git
Maven / Gradle
JUnit / Test Automation

Preferred Skills

AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q, ChatGPT, Cursor, etc.)
Performance Tuning
System Design
DevOps
Monitoring & Logging (CloudWatch, Splunk, ELK, Prometheus, Grafana)
Security & Application Compliance

Job Responsibilities

Design and develop scalable enterprise Java applications.
Develop RESTful APIs and Microservices using Spring Boot.
Build cloud-native applications on AWS.
Design and implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab.
Deploy containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes (EKS/ECS).
Optimize applications using AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, RDS, and API Gateway.
Develop automated testing frameworks and maintain code quality.
Perform application performance tuning and troubleshooting.
Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for production applications.
Follow secure coding standards and application security best practices.
Leverage AI-powered development tools to improve coding, debugging, and SDLC productivity.
Collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, QA teams, and business stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.

Nice-to-Have

AWS Certifications
Experience with AI-assisted software development
Financial Services or Banking domain experience
Agile/Scrum environment

Candidate Profile

Looking for a strong Java Backend Engineer with hands-on experience in Spring Boot, Microservices, AWS Cloud, Docker, Kubernetes, SQL databases, and CI/CD automation. Candidates should have experience designing scalable cloud-native applications, implementing DevOps practices, and using modern AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery.

Primary Skills

Java
Spring Boot
Microservices
AWS
REST APIs
SQL
Jenkins/GitLab CI/CD
Docker
Kubernetes (EKS/ECS)

Secondary Skills

AI Tools
DevOps
System Design
Performance Tuning
Monitoring & Logging
Application Security

Work Authorization: As per client requirements

Work Model: Hybrid – Rockville, MD

About Maganti IT Resources, LLC

Maganti IT Resources, LLC

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Java Backend Engineer (Java + AWS + Spring Boot + Microservices) position at Maganti IT Resources, LLC?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Maganti IT Resources, LLC. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Is the Java Backend Engineer (Java + AWS + Spring Boot + Microservices) role at Maganti IT Resources, LLC remote or in-office?

This is a hybrid role based in Rockville. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.

How much does the Java Backend Engineer (Java + AWS + Spring Boot + Microservices) role at Maganti IT Resources, LLC pay?

Maganti IT Resources, LLC has posted a compensation range of $135k to $146k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.

When was the Java Backend Engineer (Java + AWS + Spring Boot + Microservices) role at Maganti IT Resources, LLC posted?

This role was posted on June 26, 2026 (6 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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