Remote Backend Java Developer – US EST Hours

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February 20, 2026
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Job Description

Location: Remote (India candidates must work 6 PM – 3:30 AM IST)
Type: Long-term contract / Remote

We are seeking a skilled Java Backend Developer to join a distributed engineering team. This role requires strong backend experience, independent work capability, and a focus on performance optimization.

🔹 Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and optimize backend services using Java.
  • Work with relational databases (PostgreSQL or Oracle) and write efficient queries.
  • Implement performance improvements and troubleshoot backend issues.
  • Collaborate remotely with a distributed engineering team.
  • Follow best practices in coding, testing, and documentation.

🔹 Required Skills

  • Solid Java proficiency.
  • Strong understanding of application performance optimization.
  • Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle).
  • Advantage: Experience with JPA/Hibernate.

🔹 Preferred / Nice-to-Have

  • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS EC2, S3).
  • Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Experience with Jboss application server.

🔹 Expectations

  • Strong communication and accountability in a remote environment.
  • Ability to work independently and deliver clean, reliable code.
  • Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.

🔹 Application Instructions

Please include in your application:

  1. Java backend experience summary
  2. Projects or examples demonstrating database and performance optimization work
  3. Availability and expected hourly rate