Java Engineer

Technologent•Phoenix, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Java Engineer to join our engineering team and contribute to the development of reliable, scalable, and high-performing backend applications. This role will focus on building Java-based services, developing RESTful APIs, working with Cassandra databases, and applying modern software engineering practices throughout the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on Java experience, solid knowledge of Spring Boot and Vert.x, and the ability to design and deliver robust backend solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
6+ years of professional experience in Java software development.
Strong hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and Vert.x.
Proven experience working with Cassandra, including query development and application integration.
Strong experience developing and supporting scalable RESTful APIs and backend services.
Good understanding of clean coding practices, design patterns, testing, debugging, and peer code reviews.
Ability to develop maintainable and scalable software solutions in an enterprise environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with distributed and high-volume backend applications.
Knowledge of Cassandra data modeling and query optimization.
Experience troubleshooting application performance and production issues.
Familiarity with modern software development and testing methodologies.
Experience using AI-powered developer tools such as GitHub Copilot to support software development activities.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise Java applications and backend services.
Build scalable and reliable REST APIs to support application and business requirements.
Develop solutions using Java frameworks such as Spring Boot and Vert.x.
Design and implement Cassandra database solutions, including queries and application-level database integration.
Analyze application requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
Apply appropriate design patterns and software engineering principles to develop maintainable applications.
Perform debugging, troubleshooting, and performance improvements across backend services.
Develop and maintain automated tests to ensure application quality, reliability, and stability.
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain development standards.
Collaborate with developers and technical stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.
Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve coding efficiency, troubleshooting, testing, and overall development productivity.