Web Developer

Varsity Brands

Web Developer stabilizing Varsity Spirit’s Yearbook SaaS platform. Resolving Java backend issues, improving observability, and optimizing performance for school yearbook customers.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeRemote • Montana, Tennessee, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong proficiency in Java and related frameworks, with a focus on backend services, production support, and continuous improvement. Capable of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance application performance and customer experience.

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Java ProficiencySpring Boot FrameworkRESTful API PrinciplesAWS ServicesCI/CD Pipelines

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Hard Skills

JavaSpring BootSpring CloudRESTful APIsSQLNoSQLDatabase DesignProblem-SolvingAgile/ScrumContainerization

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

AWS LambdaAWS EC2AWS S3AWS DynamoDBAWS RDSDockerKubernetesJenkinsGitHub ActionsAtlassian Suite

Industry Keywords

Production SupportContinuous ImprovementTechnical DebtApplication ObservabilityRoot Cause Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDockerDynamoDBEC2JavaJenkinsKubernetesNoSQLSpringSpring BootSpringBootSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure the stability, performance, and reliability of applications’ backend services through production support, maintenance, and continuous improvement using Java and related frameworks
Investigate and resolve complex production issues impacting customers
Debug and resolve backend issues across Java services, APIs, and databases
Deliver high-quality fixes via maintenance and patch releases
Collaborate with customer support to triage, reproduce, and resolve escalated tickets
Improve application observability using logging, monitoring, and metrics
Reduce technical debt and improve system stability and performance
Review code and mentor less-experienced engineers
Improve tooling, documentation, and operational processes
Partner with Customer Support, Product, and Engineering to perform root cause analysis and enhance customer experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 2-5 years of professional software development experience
Strong proficiency in Java and related frameworks (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud)
Deep understanding of RESTful API principles
Familiarity with AWS services (Lambda, EC2, S3, DynamoDB, RDS)
Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, AWS Code Pipeline)
Strong understanding of database design and SQL/NoSQL technologies
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies and tools, including the Atlassian suite
Candidates must be able to work from Dallas, TX, Indianapolis, IN, Kansas City, MO, or Memphis, TN
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
Wellbeing Program
401(k) plan with company matching
Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
Varsity Brands Ownership Program
Employee Resource Groups
Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union
St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!