Sr. Java Backend Developer

About Us At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s homes – faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else. We are not just a food company – we are a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building the most innovative end-to-end food supply chain in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care. We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest-quality ingredients, then use smart data, automation, and logistics to get them to our customers’ doors at peak freshness. It’s grocery shopping reimagined — and we’re just getting started. If you’re passionate about innovation, care about what people eat, and want to be part of a team doing what no one else is doing, come build the future of food with us. What You’ll Do As a Senior Backend Developer (Java) , you’ll help design, develop, and scale backend systems that power FreshDirect’s e-commerce and logistics platforms. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver performant, reliable, and secure solutions that enhance the customer experience. Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices. Build and optimize backend systems using Java , Kotlin , and Spring Boot . Work on system architecture, caching, and performance optimization. Develop and maintain services integrated with GraphQL , JPA , JMS , and ActiveMQ . Deploy and manage containerized applications in Docker and Kubernetes environments. Implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions . Write and optimize queries for Oracle 12c+ , SQL , and PL/SQL databases. Monitor and tune performance using APM tools such as Dynatrace , AppDynamics , or New Relic . Ensure compliance with modern security standards and best practices. Collaborate with team members across New Jersey and Istanbul to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. What You’ll Bring 3+ years of professional backend development experience. Strong proficiency in Java , J2EE , and RESTful API development. Experience with Kotlin , GraphQL , and Spring/Spring Boot . Familiarity with caching frameworks such as Redis or Ehcache . Experience with Docker , Kubernetes , and Linux/Solaris . Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitHub Actions . Expertise in relational databases and query optimization ( Oracle 12c+ , SQL , PL/SQL ). Familiarity with APM tools ( Dynatrace , AppDynamics , or New Relic ). Excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. Bonus Points For: Experience in e-commerce or high-transaction systems. Familiarity with AWS or GCP cloud environments. Knowledge of front-end fundamentals ( HTML , JavaScript , CSS ) or frameworks ( React , Node.js , Ember ). Experience with PCI compliance and modern security standards. Exposure to data science or machine learning . What We Offer Total Rewards & Benefits Competitive compensation , equity, and comprehensive benefits. PTO , Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance , and voluntary Disability coverage. 401(k) with employer match. On-site amenities including gym, cafeteria, parking, and shuttle services . Professional development programs , tuition assistance, and mentorship opportunities. #LI-LG1