Java Backend Developer (cloud)

Job Description Java Backend Developer (Cloud)

Experience: 2 5 years
Location: [Sunnyvale]
Employment Type: C2C

About the Role

We are looking for a strong Java Backend Developer with hands on experience in building scalable, high performance backend systems. The ideal candidate will have solid exposure to cloud platforms and a passion for modern engineering practices. Experience or interest in AI/ML technologies is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and related frameworks.
• Build RESTful APIs and microservices with high performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Work with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform) to deploy, monitor, and optimize backend applications.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams including frontend, DevOps, QA, and product.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical design sessions.
• Troubleshoot production issues and ensure system stability and performance.
• Contribute to continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Explore and integrate AI/ML components where applicable (good to have).

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in Java, including Java 8+ features.
• Experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, or related frameworks.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs, microservices architecture, and backend design patterns.
• Hands on experience with at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.).
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and build tools (Maven/Gradle).
• Good understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object oriented design.

Good to Have

• Exposure to AI/ML concepts, model integration, or ML pipelines.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or container orchestration.
• Knowledge of messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Understanding of cloud native patterns and serverless architectures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 2 5 years of hands on backend development experience.