Java Backend Developer

Jobs for Humanity • O'Fallon, MO

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About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Java Backend Developer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining backend applications, with a focus on building real-time, event-driven systems using Kafka. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions, ensure code quality through reviews and best practices, and troubleshoot issues across various environments. Continuous improvement of development processes and systems is also a key aspect of this position.

Requirements

• Strong experience in Java 8 and OOP concepts.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Spring MVC.
• Expertise in Kafka (real-time streaming and pipelines).
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and Microservices.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with Git.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or a related field.
• 7–10 Years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Docker and Kubernetes.
• Agile/Scrum experience.
• CI/CD and DevOps practices.
• Unit testing (JUnit or Mockito).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Java 8 and the Spring Framework.
• Build real-time, event-driven systems using Kafka.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.
• Ensure code quality through reviews and best practices.
• Troubleshoot issues across development, testing, and production environments.
• Continuously improve development processes and systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior