Java Backend Developer (Cloud)

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.