Senior Backend Developer (Java)
Description For Senior Backend Developer (Java)
Envision Employment Solutions is seeking a Senior Backend Developer (Java) for their partner, a global leader in IT Services and Consulting. This role is central to their healthcare RCM platform development, focusing on building and modernizing robust backend systems.
The position offers an exciting opportunity to lead the modernization of legacy Java systems and drive backend architecture using cutting-edge technologies. As a Senior Backend Developer, you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing scalable microservices, integrating real-time data pipelines, and ensuring robust system architecture using modern Java technologies.
The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of backend development experience with strong Java and Spring Boot expertise. You'll be responsible for leading system modernization efforts, designing RESTful APIs, and working with technologies like Kafka and SQL Server. The role requires a perfect blend of technical expertise and leadership skills, as you'll be mentoring junior developers while contributing to code reviews and engineering standards.
Working in a hybrid environment, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile setting, contributing to a healthcare-focused platform. This position is perfect for someone who is passionate about clean code, performance optimization, and modern software architecture. The opportunity to work with a global leader in IT Services, combined with the chance to impact healthcare technology, makes this an exceptional career move for a senior developer looking to make a significant impact.
The role offers the perfect balance of technical challenges and leadership opportunities, allowing you to grow both as a technical expert and a team leader. You'll be part of modernizing critical healthcare systems while working with a suite of modern technologies and best practices in software development.
Responsibilities For Senior Backend Developer (Java)
- Lead the modernization of legacy Java systems using Spring Boot, microservices, and modern backend practices
- Design and develop scalable, secure, and maintainable RESTful APIs and backend services
- Integrate messaging systems like Kafka for real-time and event-driven processing
- Work with SQL Server and other data stores to ensure efficient data access and integrity
- Apply design patterns, clean code principles, and performance optimization techniques
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality software
- Mentor junior developers and contribute to code reviews, documentation, and engineering standards
Requirements For Senior Backend Developer (Java)
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in backend development using Java, with strong proficiency in Spring Boot
- Experience in modernizing legacy systems, particularly JSF-based applications
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful API design, and event-driven systems
- Proficiency in SQL Server, Kafka, and CI/CD tools
- Solid grasp of software design principles, clean code, and performance tuning
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
- Experience in healthcare applications or cloud-hosted SaaS platforms (preferred)
- Familiarity with frontend integration and modern UI frameworks (preferred)
- Professional certification in Java development is a plus
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