Java Backend Developer - NJ - W2 Role
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Job Title: Java Backend Developer
Location:
Mount Laurel - NJ - Hybrid ( 2 days in office initially however will become 4 days beginning Jan 2027).
Duration: 12 mos.
Summary:
Seeking an experienced Java Backend Developer with strong expertise in Java (8/11/17+), Spring Boot, and microservices architecture. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience developing and securing RESTful APIs, working with SQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL), and building scalable enterprise applications. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps practices is essential. The role also requires proficiency in testing, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and collaborating within Agile/Scrum teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Java Development: Strong hands-on experience in Java 8/11/17+, Core Java, object-oriented programming, collections, multithreading, and developing scalable enterprise applications.
- Spring Boot & Microservices: Proven experience designing, developing, and maintaining microservices-based applications using Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Spring Data JPA, and Spring Security.
- REST API Development: Hands-on experience designing, developing, integrating, and securing RESTful APIs using JSON, HTTP methods, OAuth 2.0/JWT, and API documentation tools such as Swagger/OpenAPI.
- Database & Integration: Strong experience with SQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL), Hibernate/JPA, database queries, and integrating applications with internal and external systems.
- Cloud, DevOps & CI/CD: Working knowledge of AWS or Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Maven, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines for building, deploying, and supporting microservices applications.
- Testing, Troubleshooting & Agile Delivery: Experience with JUnit, Mockito, Postman, debugging, performance optimization, production issue resolution, and working in Agile/Scrum teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
What are the top 3 skills required for this role?
Java (Core Java, Java 8/11/17+)Spring Boot & MicroservicesRESTful API Development
CategoryNameRequiredImportanceExperienceGenerative AIRestful APIsYes16 + Years
Infrastructure Services
KubernetesYes16 + YearsJavaJava 11 Yes16 + YearsJavaMicroservicesYes16 + YearsJavaSmallSQL Database
Yes16 + YearsJavaSpring BootYes16 + YearsQEA_NEWGITLAB RunnerYes16 + YearsBest regards, Shivani GaurShivani@reqroute.comDesk : (415) 960-3178 EXT 841