Java Software Engineer

Java Developer

Industry: Information Technology

Location: Remote, USA

Rate: Up to $80/hr

Top 3 Technical Skills:

• Java & Spring Framework
• RESTful API Development
• Multi-threaded Programming & Distributed Systems

About the Role

We’re looking for a Java Developer with a passion for building scalable, high-performance systems that power enterprise-grade applications. You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment alongside experienced engineers solving complex technical challenges. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on designing robust backend solutions and ensuring seamless integration across distributed systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy applications using Java, Spring, and REST services.
• Build and maintain multi-tier, distributed architectures that are reliable and performant.
• Apply object-oriented analysis and design principles to produce clean, reusable, and scalable code.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues to ensure optimal system performance.
• Collaborate across teams to design and implement SOA-based integrations using XML, WSDL, and XSD.
• Develop and optimize SQL Server or DB2 queries for data-intensive applications.
• Leverage multi-threading to improve processing efficiency and scalability.
• Utilize tools and technologies such as Splunk, Tomcat, Gradle, MQ, Camel, and Kafka for application monitoring, deployment, and messaging.

Success Metrics

• Reliable and scalable application performance in production environments.
• Efficient code delivery with minimal defects or rollbacks.
• Improved system throughput and reduced latency through optimization.
• Positive collaboration feedback from peers and cross-functional teams.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience with Java and Spring.
• Comfortable working across complex, multi-layered architectures and distributed systems.
• Problem-solver who enjoys debugging, optimization, and performance tuning.
• Team-oriented engineer who values collaboration, continuous learning, and writing maintainable code.