Backend Developer (Java/Spring Boot)

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Friendly, Maryland, USPosted Today

Role Overview

Protean AI is hiring a mid-level Backend Developer (Java/Spring Boot). This is a full-time role in Friendly. Part of Protean AI's Backend hiring, posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Backend roles is $137k-$173k (based on 49 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Backend Developer (Java / Spring Boot)

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Job Type

Full Time / Remote-friendly

Experience

4–7 years

We’re looking for a Backend Developer with strong Java and Spring Boot fundamentals to design, build, and maintain scalable services and APIs for our enterprise AI platform. You’ll work on modern, cloud-native architectures and help shape systems that are simple, reliable, and built to last.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain backend services with Java & Spring Boot.
Build RESTful APIs and evolve microservices that are simple, scalable, and reliable.
Write clean, well-documented code and participate in code reviews and architecture discussions.
(Bonus) Work with containerized deployments on Kubernetes/Docker.

Qualifications

4–7 years of hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot.
Good grasp of REST APIs and microservice architecture.
Experience with testing (e.g., Mockito, AssertJ) and CI/CD with Git.
Comfortable with PostgreSQL and MongoDB, including ORM frameworks.
Working knowledge of Spring Security and (optionally) Spring Cloud Gateway.
Strong debugging skills and a product mindset—you care about outcomes, not just code.

Nice to Have

Spring AI knowledge.
Messaging (ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ).
Hands-on with Kubernetes or Docker.

Why Join Us

Competitive pay, flexible hours, and a remote-friendly culture.
Flat hierarchy, real ownership—no endless approval chains.
Build next-gen technology from the ground up with a core team that ships fast.
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How do I apply for the Backend Developer (Java/Spring Boot) position at Protean AI?

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Where is the Backend Developer (Java/Spring Boot) position at Protean AI located?

This position is based in Friendly. Protean AI has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Backend Developer (Java/Spring Boot) at Protean AI earn?

Protean AI has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Backend Developer (Java/Spring Boot) role at Protean AI posted?

This role was posted on July 14, 2026 (today). 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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