Java Backend Developer
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Java Backend Developer
$65–$85 / Hour
Location
Jersey City, NJ, USA
Experience
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Posted
Jul 29, 2026
Apply by
August 29, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyContractHybridsoftware-development
Job Description
We are hiring a Java Backend Developer with 9+ years of experience for a hybrid role in Jersey City, NJ. The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience in Core Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices, and is comfortable working in an Agile environment while collaborating with multiple stakeholders on enterprise applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop Core Java and Spring Boot based microservices
- Build and consume REST and SOAP web services
- Work with Oracle and MongoDB databases
- Containerize and deploy services using Docker and Kubernetes
- Apply microservices design patterns for scalable architecture
- Coordinate with different stakeholders across the project
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and sprint delivery
- Use Team City, JIRA, and Git for build and version management
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in Java
- Strong experience with Spring Boot and Microservices architecture
- Good knowledge of Object Oriented design principles and the Java standard library
- Hands-on experience with REST/SOAP web services
- Experience with Oracle and/or MongoDB databases
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Strong understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms
- Experience with Team City, JIRA, and Git
- Experience in Agile software development
- Knowledge of cloud platforms
- Strong problem-solving skills and experience in enterprise applications
- Must be a local or nearby candidate to Jersey City, NJ
- Valid work authorization: OPT, GC-EAD, or H4-EAD
Skills Required
SOAPREST ServicesJiraData Structures and AlgorithmsDockerOracleSpring BootKubernetesCore JavaGitMicroservicesMongoDB
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