Backend Java Developer

Job Role: Java Backend Lead DeveloperLocation: McLean, VA or Plano, TXWork Model: Hybrid – 3 days/week onsiteDuration: 7 months (Possibility of Extension)Interview Process: One 60-minute technical panelAbout the RoleThis is a backend-focused, hands-on individual contributor position supporting Project Phoenix, a new phase of development focused on building a business application/process engine.Approximately 70% of the work will involve Java backend development.Although the title includes “Lead,” this is not a people-management role. The selected developer will primarily focus on coding, technical discussions, code reviews, backend application development, and collaboration within an existing enterprise ecosystem.Must-Have SkillsStrong Core JavaStrong Java backend developmentSpring Boot / Spring FrameworkExperience developing enterprise/business applicationsWorking knowledge of AWSAbility to quickly understand and contribute within an existing large-scale enterprise environmentStrong hands-on development experiencePreferred AWS ExperienceAWS LambdaAWS FargateOther AWS services supporting backend or microservices applicationsNice-to-Have SkillsBusiness application or process engine experienceEvent-driven architectureMicroservices / REST APIsAI-assisted developer tools such as Claude, Gemini, GitHub Copilot, or similar tools.EEO: Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.