Design and develop scalable backend services using Java and modern frameworks within a cloud-based environment.
Build and maintain APIs and microservices supporting enterprise notification and communication workflows.
Collaborate with frontend engineers, designers, and product teams to deliver accessible, user-focused solutions.
Improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability across distributed services.
Support secure software delivery practices aligned with VA DevSecOps and federal compliance standards.
Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and Agile ceremonies.
Contribute to modernization efforts, including refactoring legacy components and improving service architecture.

Requirements

5+ years of experience building backend applications using Java.
Experience with Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and microservice architecture.
Nice to have experience with Java EE
Strong understanding of relational databases and data integration patterns.
Experience working within cloud environments (AWS preferred).
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, or automated deployment workflows.
Ability to troubleshoot production issues and collaborate across engineering teams.
Experience working in Agile delivery environments.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

JavaSpring BootRESTful APIsmicroservice architecturerelational databasesdata integration patternsAWSCI/CD pipelinescontainerizationAgile

Soft Skills

collaborationtroubleshootingcommunication