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Title – Sr. Backend Java Developer
Location-Onsite @Mclean, VA-Need Locals Only
Duration –Contract
Description:
We’re looking for a Senior Backend Developer to join an Agile team responsible for a mission-critical web platform. You’ll work on stabilizing and enhancing existing systems while driving modernization using Java and AWS. This role suits a pragmatic, hands-on engineer who enjoys owning backend systems end-to-end and shaping technical direction in a regulated environment.
What You’ll Do
Design, build, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot
Develop and evolve microservices and REST APIs
Modernize legacy backend components while ensuring system stability
Design and optimize PostgreSQL schemas and queries Integrate services with AWS (Lambda, S3, API Gateway, SQS, EventBridge, etc.)
Apply event-driven and cloud-native patterns to improve scalability and resilience
Write unit and integration tests and participate in code reviews
Support production systems, debugging issues and improving observability
Collaborate closely with Product, Frontend, QA, and DevOps teams in an Agile environment
What We’re Looking For
Strong experience with Java and Spring Boot
Solid understanding of backend architecture, microservices, and design patterns
Hands-on experience with AWS services Strong SQL skills and experience with PostgreSQL
Experience working with legacy systems and incremental modernization
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments
Financial Services or Wealth Management experience is a plus
Ownership mindset and strong problem-solving skills
Technology Stack Languages & Frameworks: Java 23, Spring Boot 3.x Architecture: Microservices, REST APIs, event-driven systems Database: PostgreSQL Cloud: AWS DevOps: Git, Gradle, Docker, CI/CD Observability: New Relic, Elasticsearch Productivity: GitHub Copilot
To apply for this job email your details to Ram@cysphere.net