Backend Developer- Dallas, TX

Photon•Dallas, TX

About The Position

We are seeking a versatile Backend Developer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic and infrastructure that powers our applications. You will work across two primary ecosystems: Java for robust, scalable enterprise services and Python for data processing, automation, and agile microservices. You will collaborate closely with frontend developers and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration and high-system reliability.

Requirements

Java: Proficiency in Java 17+ with deep knowledge of the Spring Ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data).
Python: Expert-level Python 3.x skills, with experience in frameworks like FastAPI, Django, or Flask.
Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL solutions (MongoDB, Redis, Cassandra).
Strong understanding of ORM tools like Hibernate (Java) and SQLAlchemy/Django ORM (Python).
Containerization: Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with AWS, GCP, or Azure services (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS).
CI/CD: Proficiency with Git and automated deployment pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI).
Messaging: Experience with message brokers like Apache Kafka or RabbitMQ for asynchronous processing.
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
Ability to translate complex business requirements into technical specifications.
Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

System Design & Development: Build and maintain scalable, high-performance backend services using Java (Spring Boot) and Python (Django/FastAPI).
API Management: Design and implement RESTful and GraphQL APIs to support web and mobile frontends.
Database Management: Optimize database schemas and complex queries for both SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) systems.
Microservices Architecture: Develop and orchestrate microservices, ensuring efficient inter-service communication and data consistency.
Security & Compliance: Implement secure authentication/authorization protocols (OAuth2, JWT) and ensure data protection across all layers.
Testing & Quality: Write comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests using frameworks like JUnit (Java) and pytest (Python).
Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve bottlenecks in application logic, database access, and network latency.
Collaboration: Participate in Agile ceremonies, perform code reviews, and contribute to technical documentation.