What are the responsibilities and job description for the Java Developer (Microservices, AWS) position at HMG America?
HMG America LLC is the best Business Solutions focused Information Technology Company with IT consulting and services, software and web development, staff augmentation and other professional services. One of our direct clients is looking for Java Developer (Microservices, AWS) in (Mclean,VA. Below is the detailed job description.
Title: Java Developer (Microservices, AWS)
Location: Mclean,VA
Job Description:
Design, develop, and deploy scalable Java-based microservices and RESTful APIs using Spring Boot.
Build and maintain front-end features using a modern UI framework (Angular or React).
Leverage AWS services for cloud-native implementations and CI/CD automation.
Containerize applications with Docker and orchestrate deployments using Kubernetes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, performant, and observable solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Develop microservices with Spring Boot, REST APIs, and robust error handling and logging.
Implement data persistence using JPA/Hibernate with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL).
Build UI components and integrate front-end with backend services using Angular or React.
Implement containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.
Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Maven/Gradle, Artifactory, and Git/Bitbucket.
Apply best practices for security, transactions, monitoring, and performance tuning.
Integrate with AWS services and follow cloud architecture best practices.
Collaborate in requirements discussions; contribute to design, build, and deployment planning.
Support SIT/UAT, resolve defects, and ensure solutions are maintainable and upgrade-safe.
Create and maintain technical documentation for services, integrations, and deployments.
Experience and Qualifications
3 5 years of experience in Java 8 /J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot, RESTful services, and a UI framework.
2 years of experience designing and developing microservices with Spring Boot and REST APIs.
Strong knowledge of ORM frameworks: JPA/Hibernate.
Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
2 years of experience in at least one UI framework: Angular or ReactJS.
1 years of experience designing and implementing solutions using AWS services (e.g., EC2, IAM, S3, Lambda).
Proficient with RDBMS; experience with PostgreSQL preferred.
Strong experience with DevOps toolchain: Jenkins, Artifactory, Maven/Gradle, Git/Bitbucket.
Solid understanding of security, transactions, monitoring, and performance engineering.
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
Nice-to-Have Skills
OAuth implementation (e.g., Ping Identity).
API Management (Apigee) and Service Mesh (Istio).
Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana (ELK) for observability.
Experience with queue-based implementations.
NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
Scripting skills in Unix and/or Python.
AWS certification (preferred).
Soft Skills
Fast learner with the ability to master new technologies and tools.
Self-starter who can work independently and drive assigned projects to success.
Strong collaboration and communication skills across design, build, and deployment phases