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Senior Java Backend Developer

TechWish
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026
Client is seeking a Senior Java Backend Developer with deep expertise in enterprise level application development. This role focuses heavily on building out modern microservices-based and event driven architecture to migrate a legacy system to Azure. The position includes both new development and light production support for a mission-critical system.

Skills:

  • Java (versions 8-17)
  • Spring Boot (Spring Data, Spring Cloud, Spring Security, etc)
  • Hibernate (JPA, HQL, JPQL, Criteria, tuning, troubleshooting)
  • Web Services (SOAP and REST APIs)
  • Strong familiarity with Kafka- producer and consumer and distributed systems concepts
  • Strong experience with Mongo DB, Oracle/SQL Server and database connectivity
  • Experience with WebLogic, JUnit/Mockito, Git, Gradle/Ant, IntelliJ/Eclipse
  • Containerization- Docker and Kubernetes
  • JWT/OAuth
  • Azure and Azure DevOps- used for project and backlog tracking.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop clean, efficient, testable backend code.
  • Enhance and maintain data access layers and system performance.
  • Contribute to design discussions and modernization initiatives.
  • Work independently with proactive problem-solving.
  • Clear written and verbal communication.
  • Adapts quickly and works independently.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or similar field.
  • 10 years of experience in an enterprise level environment.

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