Java Full Stack Developer (Sr)

Role Overview

Software Engineer with strong backend expertise in Java and Spring Boot, along with experience building modern single-page applications (SPA) using technologies such as Angular or React. This role is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about problem-solving, genuinely loves coding, and thrives on building elegant technical solutions. You enjoy breaking down complex challenges, designing scalable systems, and collaborating closely with peers through pair programming and peer-to-peer coding. Candidates with strong pet projects, GitHub repositories, or demonstrable side projects will be highly valued, even if their years of experience extend beyond the target range.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot

Build and support RESTful APIs and microservices architectures

Collaborate with frontend engineers to integrate with single-page applications using Angular, React, or similar frameworks

Develop responsive and reusable UI components where needed

Work with MongoDB and Azure Cosmos DB (or similar NoSQL platforms) for data persistence and performance optimization

Participate in peer-to-peer coding, code reviews, and pair programming sessions

Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions

Support deployments, monitoring, and production stability improvements

Work with cloud-native teams and contribute to solutions hosted in AWS, Azure, or GCP

Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement

Contribute to engineering best practices, test automation, and DevOps maturity

Approach technical challenges with curiosity, creativity, and a strong problem-solving mindset

Required Qualifications/Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

5–10 years of software engineering experience

Strong hands-on development experience with Java and Spring Boot

Experience building REST APIs, microservices, and distributed backend systems

Exposure to SPA technologies such as Angular, React, or Vue

Strong experience with MongoDB and/or Cosmos DB

Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies

Experience with pair programming / peer coding frameworks

A genuine passion for coding, learning, and solving complex technical problems

Strong debugging, problem-solving, and performance tuning skillsPreferred Qualifications

Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Exposure to event-driven systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.)

Experience with test automation frameworks and TDD

Strong GitHub profile or demonstrable pet projects / open-source contributions

Experience in high-scale enterprise or financial systems environments

Locations: Cleveland, OH

About Techstra Solutions

Techstra Solutions is a certified woman-owned (WBENC) management consulting firm specializing in strategy, technology, and implementation services for large organizations undergoing digital and talent transformation. Our experienced team partners with clients to co-create innovative solutions in applications, data, AI, and automation that accelerate measurable, sustainable change. From advisory consulting through technical execution, we are dedicated to driving world-class business solutions that fit your strategic requirements and deliver results. For more information: