Java BackEnd Developer-Boston, MA

Photon • Dallas, TX

16h • $39,000 - $137,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a versatile Backend Developer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of feature development, from initial design and API integration to automated testing and cloud deployment. You will work across a modern stack, leveraging Java-based microservices and serverless functions to build scalable, high-availability systems.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework (Web, Security, Data).
• Practical experience with JavaScript, specifically the Vue.js framework, for full-stack coordination.
• Hands-on experience with AWS, including EKS for orchestration and Lambda for serverless computing.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions).
• Expertise in writing unit tests and familiarity with Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices.
• Expert knowledge of Git for branching, merging, and pull request workflows.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, DynamoDB).
• Understanding of containerization principles using Docker.
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools within an EKS environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in an agile, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of new functional modules using Java and Spring Boot, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.
• Collaborate on the integration of user-facing elements developed in Vue.js with server-side logic, maintaining a seamless flow of data across the stack.
• Write comprehensive, automated unit tests (using JUnit/Mockito) for every feature to ensure code reliability, maintainability, and a high level of test coverage.
• Manage and deploy containerized applications within AWS EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service) and develop serverless logic using AWS Lambda.
• Maintain and optimize CI/CD pipelines to automate builds, testing, and deployment processes, ensuring a robust and rapid release cycle.
• Develop and maintain secure, scalable RESTful APIs that serve as the backbone for various internal and external service integrations.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• variable pay/incentives
• paid time off
• paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed