What are the responsibilities and job description for the Back End Developer position at hackajob?
hackajob has partnered with an American mobile virtual network operator with a mission to connect millions of devices to wireless networks, and we need exceptional engineers to help us scale. Our projects are pushing the boundaries of high-volume transactional platforms, and we’re looking for ambitious, entrepreneurial team members who thrive in a fast-paced environment.
About the Role
As a Java Backend Engineer, you will be a key player in architecting and building high-performance systems. You'll work on microservices, event-driven architectures, and cloud-based solutions to support our rapidly growing platform.
What You’ll Do:
- Architect and develop scalable, enterprise-ready backend systems to support millions of devices.
- Deploy new features and optimize existing services for performance and reliability.
- Build quality tools & frameworks to ensure high product standards.
- Enhance system reliability & uptime to support seamless user experiences.
- Work with microservices using Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and RabbitMQ.
- Design and optimize APIs for seamless integration across platforms.
- Leverage cloud technologies (Google Cloud, Kubernetes, Pub/Sub, etc.) for scaling and automation.
- Solve complex problems in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
What We’re Looking For
🔹 4 years of experience in backend engineering and system architecture.
🔹 Strong Java 8 (onwards) development experience, with expertise in Spring Boot & Spring Cloud.
🔹 Experience designing and maintaining high-traffic, enterprise-level platforms.
🔹 Solid understanding of RDBMS & NoSQL databases.
🔹 Hands-on experience with microservices, event sourcing, and CQRS.
🔹 Strong API design and development skills.
🔹 Familiarity with Docker & Kubernetes for containerization.
🔹 Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for technology.
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Google Cloud experience (GKE, Apache Dataflow, Cloud Functions, Pub/Sub, etc.).
- Familiarity with Kotlin, Scala, Python, Node.js, or frontend technologies.
- Experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Event Storming.
- A passion for Clean Code & Clean Architecture principles.
- Prior startup experience – the ability to move fast and be resourceful!
Perks & Benefits
Competitive Salary
Gym Reimbursement – Stay fit and healthy.
Free Cellular Service – Stay connected on the best network in the US.
Free Lunch (NYC Office) – Plus a fully stocked kitchen.
MetroCard Reimbursement – We cover your commute.
Flexible Working Hours – Work-life balance matters.
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🚀 Apply Now & Join Us in Shaping the Future of Wireless Connectivity!
