{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"224f97304706ea98345f3068","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/224f97304706ea98345f3068","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/224f97304706ea98345f3068","title":"Senior Java Backend Engineer with DevOps experience (Java |  Micronaut | Azure | AKS","description":"Senior Java Backend Engineer with DevOps experience (Java | Micronaut | Azure | AKS | DevOps) Sputnik Solutions, Inc. is a Schaumburg, Illinois–based IT and Non-IT consulting and staffing company dedicated to providing high-quality technology solutions, software development, and outsourcing services. With expertise across mobile and web development, IT staffing, and managed services, Sputnik helps businesses of all sizes enhance productivity, reduce costs, and achieve their digital goals. By combining onshore and offshore capabilities, the company delivers flexible, cost-effective, and scalable solutions tailored to client needs.\r\nLed by a team of experienced professionals, Sputnik Solutions is known for its commitment to integrity, innovation, and client success. Beyond IT services, the company also offers registered agent services in Illinois, helping businesses stay compliant and operationally strong. Through personalized consultation and expert talent delivery, Sputnik Solutions continues to empower organizations to grow confidently in an ever-evolving technology landscape.\r\nJob Description This is a remote position.\r\nJob Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Backend Engineer with strong experience in cloud-native development on Azure, microservices architecture, and container orchestration using Kubernetes (AKS) and DevOps. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Micronaut, backend systems, and enterprise-grade framework development.\r\nKey Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable Enterprise Framework using Java and Micronaut\r\nBuild and manage cloud-native applications on Microsoft Azure\r\nCreate and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps (ADO)\r\nDesign and implement enterprise-level frameworks and reusable components\r\nDevelop batch processing jobs and asynchronous workflows\r\nIntegrate systems using messaging platforms (e.g., Kafka, Service Bus)\r\nWork with JDBC and relational databases for efficient data handling\r\nEnsure high performance, availability, and scalability of applications\r\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams (DevOps, QA, Product)\r\nFollow best practices in security, observability, and resilience\r\nParticipate in code reviews, design discussions, and technical mentoring\r\nRequired Skills & Qualifications Strong experience in Java backend development (8+ years preferred)\r\nDeep expertise in Micronaut framework\r\nHands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services\r\nStrong knowledge of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Kubernetes concepts\r\nExperience with Azure DevOps (ADO), including pipeline creation and management\r\nSolid understanding of microservices architecture\r\nExperience with batch jobs, scheduling, and background processing\r\nProficiency in messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Azure Service Bus)\r\nStrong knowledge of JDBC, SQL, and database design\r\nExperience with containerization (Docker)\r\nPreferred Qualifications Experience in building enterprise frameworks/platforms\r\nFamiliarity with event-driven architecture\r\nKnowledge of distributed systems and scalability patterns\r\nExperience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor)\r\nUnderstanding of security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, etc.)\r\nExposure to performance tuning and optimization\r\nSoft Skills Strong problem-solving and analytical skills\r\nExcellent communication and collaboration abilities\r\nAbility to work in a fast-paced, agile environment\r\nOwnership mindset and proactive attitude\r\nNice to Have Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, ARM templates)\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Sputnik Solutions","rawCompany":"sputnik solutions","city":"Schaumburg","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T15:44:47.797Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Java Backend Engineer with DevOps experience (Java |  Micronaut | Azure | AKS","description":"Senior Java Backend Engineer with DevOps experience (Java | Micronaut | Azure | AKS | DevOps) Sputnik Solutions, Inc. is a Schaumburg, Illinois–based IT and Non-IT consulting and staffing company dedicated to providing high-quality technology solutions, software development, and outsourcing services. 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