Senior Java Backend Developer

Senior Java Backend Developer Location: Remote, USA Employment type: Contract Indicative rate: $80–$90/hr Contract roles for Java engineers developing, modernizing, and supporting enterprise backend applications and services. Work may include API development, integrations, batch processing, microservices, and production support in cloud or on-premises environments. Depending on the assignment, developers may contribute to architecture and technical design, collaborate with product and delivery teams, and help improve reliability, security, and performance. Core skills Java Spring Boot Microservices REST APIs Distributed Systems SQL Agile Cloud Platforms Required qualifications Professional hands-on Java development experience Experience developing and supporting enterprise applications, backend services, or APIs Experience with Spring Boot or the Spring ecosystem where specified Experience designing or integrating RESTful services Experience with relational databases and SQL Ability to write, test, debug, and maintain production-quality code Ability to translate functional or technical requirements into software solutions Experience working in a collaborative software delivery environment Preferred qualifications Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP Experience with Kafka, messaging, or event-driven architecture Experience with CI/CD, DevOps, or production operations Experience with batch processing, Linux, or system integrations Experience in payments, financial services, healthcare, or other regulated environments