Backend Developer - Java, Spring Boot - Remote
Backend Developer
About the Job:
Goldschmitt and Associates LLC (G&A) is seeking an experienced Backend Developer to design, develop, implement, and maintain enterprise-level and SaaS applications supporting federal agency technology modernization initiatives. The role focuses on building reliable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot, developing RESTful APIs, managing databases, and delivering secure and scalable software solutions. The selected candidate will collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to understand requirements, resolve technical challenges, and improve application performance. This is a remote position, with preference given to candidates who live within commuting distance of the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, implement, and maintain enterprise and SaaS applications.
Develop and maintain backend applications using Java, Spring Boot, and related testing frameworks.
Design, develop, document, and maintain RESTful APIs and web services.
Implement and manage application user authentication and authorization methods.
Design and maintain databases, data models, queries, and supporting scripts.
Conduct code reviews and identify opportunities to improve application performance, maintainability, security, and efficiency.
Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to identify requirements, resolve technical issues, and recommend improvements.
Follow modern software development, testing, and deployment practices.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree.
- At least 4 years of professional software development experience, including enterprise software and/or SaaS applications.
- Strong backend development experience using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.
- Experience with relational databases and data modeling.
- Experience with modern software development, testing, and deployment practices.
- Ability to pass and maintain eligibility for a Public Trust investigation.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Technical Skills
- Programming Languages: Java
- Frameworks: Spring Boot, Hibernate
- Web Technologies: RESTful Web Services, API Management
- Cloud Platforms: AWSContainerization: Docker
- Databases: MySQL, NoSQLDevelopment Tools: Git, CI/CD, Swagger/OpenAPI, JUnitPreferred Qualifications
- Experience with the following technologies and areas is preferred:
- Programming: Node.jsAWS Services: AWS GovCloud, Cloud
- Formation, Simple Notification Service (SNS), Cognito, API Gateway, ECS, Application Load Balancers, Lambda Functions, CDK, IAM, Secrets Manager, CloudWatch, and RDS.Observability: Spring Boot Actuator, Micrometer, and distributed tracing using AWS X-Ray or Open
Telemetry.
Databases: DB2, Redis, and DynamoDB.Compliance and Security: FedRAMP and Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements.
Compensation and Benefits
Annual Salary:
$130,000–$150,000 Goldschmitt and Associates offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:401(k) plan with immediate vesting. Paid federal holidays. Tuition reimbursement. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employer-paid life insurance and supplemental life insurance. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) programs. Commuter benefits. Adoption assistance program. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Caregiver support program. Health advocacy services. Financial wellbeing support.
Work Arrangement:
Remote position.
Preference for candidates within commuting distance of the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area.
Flexible schedules and telework options.
About Goldschmitt and Associates:
Goldschmitt and Associates LLC is a technology transformation and system modernization company supporting major federal agencies. Recognized multiple times on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies, G&A focuses on delivering innovative technology solutions through collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Goldschmitt and Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.