## Description About Us At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s homes – faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else. We are not just a food company – we are a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building the most innovative end-to-end food supply chain in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care. We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest-quality ingredients, then use smart data, automation, and logistics to get them to our customers’ doors at peak freshness. It’s grocery shopping reimagined — and we’re just getting started. If you’re passionate about innovation, care about what people eat, and want to be part of a team doing what no one else is doing, come build the future of food with us. What You’ll Do As a Senior Backend Developer (Java), you’ll help design, develop, and scale backend systems that power FreshDirect’s e-commerce and logistics platforms. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver performant, reliable, and secure solutions that enhance the customer experience. - Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices. - Build and optimize backend systems using Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot. - Work on system architecture, caching, and performance optimization. - Develop and maintain services integrated with GraphQL, JPA, JMS, and ActiveMQ. - Deploy and manage containerized applications in Docker and Kubernetes environments. - Implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions. - Write and optimize queries for Oracle 12c+, SQL, and PL/SQL databases. - Monitor and tune performance using APM tools such as Dynatrace, AppDynamics, or New Relic. - Ensure compliance with modern security standards and best practices. - Collaborate with team members across New Jersey and Istanbul to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. What You’ll Bring - 3+ years of professional backend development experience. - Strong proficiency in Java, J2EE, and RESTful API development. - Experience with Kotlin, GraphQL, and Spring/Spring Boot. - Familiarity with caching frameworks such as Redis or Ehcache. - Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux/Solaris. - Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitHub Actions. - Expertise in relational databases and query optimization (Oracle 12c+, SQL, PL/SQL). - Familiarity with APM tools (Dynatrace, AppDynamics, or New Relic). - Excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. - Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. Bonus Points For: - Experience in e-commerce or high-transaction systems. - Familiarity with AWS or GCP cloud environments. - Knowledge of front-end fundamentals (HTML, JavaScript, CSS) or frameworks (React, Node.js, Ember). - Experience with PCI compliance and modern security standards. - Exposure to data science or machine learning. What We Offer Total Rewards & Benefits Salary $130,000-$155,000 - Competitive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits. - PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays. - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and voluntary Disability coverage. - 401(k) with employer match. - On-site amenities including gym, cafeteria, parking, and shuttle services. - Professional development programs, tuition assistance, and mentorship opportunities. #LI-LG1