Remote Senior Backend / API Developer
About The Position
Fortuna is seeking a Senior Backend / API Developer to support a 12-month engagement with Covered California. This role focuses primarily on Oracle database development, including complex PL/SQL stored procedures, data processing logic, and backend services that support mission-critical public-sector systems. A smaller portion of the work will involve Java-based backend components and APIs. The ideal candidate is a senior-level developer who can work independently while collaborating closely with an established in-house development team during onboarding and ongoing delivery. US Citizenship or Green Card required WORKSITE Remote - Eastern or Central Preferred Occasional meetings during Pacific Time business hours may be required. WORK SCHEDULE Full-Time | 40 hours per week PAY RATE $90.00 - $ 98.00 per hour WHAT WE OFFER Paid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employment Medical, dental, and vision coverage after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna) Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health support for all employees and their families Additional voluntary benefits: Group Life Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Care, Short-Term Disability
Requirements
- Senior-level experience (7+ years) as a Backend or Database Developer in enterprise environments
- Strong hands-on expertise with Oracle Database development, including advanced PL/SQL
- Proven experience building and maintaining stored procedures, packages, and complex SQL logic
- Experience supporting backend services or APIs in a distributed system environment
- Working knowledge of Java for backend development (minor portion of workload)
- Experience collaborating with internal development teams and onboarding into existing codebases
- Familiarity with SDLC practices, version control, and structured development processes
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and performance-tuning skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a regulated, public-sector environment
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience supporting government, healthcare, or highly regulated systems is strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Oracle PL/SQL stored procedures, packages, functions, and triggers supporting backend business logic
- Optimize database performance through query tuning, indexing strategies, and execution plan analysis
- Support and enhance backend services and APIs that interface with enterprise systems and downstream applications
- Collaborate with in-house developers, architects, and analysts to understand system design, data flows, and integration points
- Contribute to Java-based backend components as needed, including service logic and API integrations
- Participate in code reviews, defect resolution, and technical design discussions
- Ensure backend solutions meet security, performance, and reliability standards appropriate for public-sector systems
- Develop and maintain technical documentation related to database objects, backend processes, and integrations
- Support production issues, data fixes, and root-cause analysis when required
Benefits
- Paid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employment
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna)
- Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health support for all employees and their families
- Additional voluntary benefits: Group Life Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Care, Short-Term Disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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