A strangely human digital agency
Senior Back End Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
17 days ago
Salary
$100K - $140K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Back End Engineer
Oddball
• Design and develop scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot within a cloud-based environment • Build and maintain REST APIs and microservices supporting high-volume notification and communication workflows • Work within and improve a large Java EE legacy codebase as part of ongoing modernization efforts • Improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability across distributed services • Collaborate with frontend engineers working in React and NestJS to deliver cohesive, end-to-end solutions • Support secure software delivery practices aligned with VA DevSecOps and federal compliance standards • Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and Agile ceremonies
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of backend engineering experience with Java as a primary language
- Strong experience with Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservice architecture
- Experience working with or modernizing Java EE legacy systems
- Familiarity with JavaScript and NestJS is a plus
- Experience working in AWS cloud environments
- Familiarity with Terraform or similar IaC tools is a plus
- Understanding of federal security and compliance requirements is a plus
- Thrives in a remote, collaborative Agile environment and genuinely enjoys working closely with a cross-functional team
- Communicates clearly and openly, whether writing technical documentation or collaborating across engineering teams
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Benefits
- Fully remote
- Tech & Education Stipend
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Company Match 401(k) plan
- Flexible PTO, Paid Holidays
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