What are the responsibilities and job description for the Java Backend Architect position at FreshDirect?
Brief Description
Architect – Backend Developer (Java)
Location: Woodbridge, NJ
About Us
At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s homes – faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else.
We are not just a food company – we are a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building the most innovative end-to-end food supply chain in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care.
We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest-quality ingredients, then use smart data, automation, and logistics to get them to our customers’ doors at peak freshness. It’s grocery shopping reimagined — and we’re just getting started.
If you’re passionate about innovation, care about what people eat, and want to be part of a team doing what no one else is doing, come build the future of food with us.
What You’ll Do
As a Backend Architect (Java), you’ll design, develop, and scale core backend systems that power FreshDirect’s e-commerce and logistics platforms. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to architect robust, high-performance solutions supporting millions of transactions and a seamless customer experience.
Total Rewards & Benefits
Architect – Backend Developer (Java)
Location: Woodbridge, NJ
About Us
At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s homes – faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else.
We are not just a food company – we are a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building the most innovative end-to-end food supply chain in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care.
We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest-quality ingredients, then use smart data, automation, and logistics to get them to our customers’ doors at peak freshness. It’s grocery shopping reimagined — and we’re just getting started.
If you’re passionate about innovation, care about what people eat, and want to be part of a team doing what no one else is doing, come build the future of food with us.
What You’ll Do
As a Backend Architect (Java), you’ll design, develop, and scale core backend systems that power FreshDirect’s e-commerce and logistics platforms. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to architect robust, high-performance solutions supporting millions of transactions and a seamless customer experience.
- Design, develop, and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices.
- Architect, implement, and maintain backend systems in Java and Kotlin.
- Lead efforts in system scalability, caching, and performance optimization.
- Work with frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, JPA, JMS, and ActiveMQ.
- Manage containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes.
- Design and optimize databases (Oracle 12c , SQL, PL/SQL).
- Implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
- Collaborate with DevOps to ensure reliability and observability using APM tools (Dynatrace, AppDynamics, New Relic).
- Ensure security, compliance, and modern development standards.
- Mentor developers and contribute to architectural design and best practices.
- 6 years of professional backend development experience.
- Strong expertise in Java, J2EE, and RESTful API design.
- Proficiency in Kotlin and GraphQL.
- Deep understanding of Spring Boot, JPA, JMS, ActiveMQ, and caching frameworks (Redis, Ehcache).
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux/Solaris environments.
- Proficiency with Oracle databases, SQL optimization, and schema design.
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and APM tools.
- Strong problem-solving, architectural, and analytical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- A high-energy, ownership-driven mindset and passion for building impactful solutions.
- Experience in e-commerce or high-transaction systems.
- Familiarity with AWS or GCP cloud environments.
- Front-end fundamentals (HTML, JavaScript, CSS) or frameworks (React, Node.js, Ember).
- Experience with PCI compliance and modern security standards.
- Exposure to data science or machine learning projects.
Total Rewards & Benefits
- Competitive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits.
- PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and voluntary Disability coverage.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- On-site amenities including gym, cafeteria, parking, and shuttle services.
- Professional development programs, tuition assistance, and mentorship opportunities.