Job Description
Location: Seattle, WA (Remote)
Contract Duration: TBD
Rate: DOE
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Java Developer with Spring Boot experience to design, develop, and maintain API-driven, cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in distributed systems, microservices, and API frameworks, and can thrive in dynamic, agile environments while collaborating with multiple teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and support Java applications using Spring Boot for API development
- Work on cloud platforms, preferably Azure, including API Gateways (APIGEE, Azure API Gateway, or equivalent)
- Build scalable, secure, and high-performance microservices and SOA solutions
- Leverage SQL and NoSQL databases for backend persistence and performance optimization
- Participate in agile methodologies including Scrum, Kanban, and Kaizen
- Ensure CI/CD pipeline integration and follow DevOps best practices
- Foster collaboration across multiple technical teams and business stakeholders
- Maintain high standards of code quality, security, and performance
- Mentor junior developers and guide technical best practices
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of software development experience in Object-Oriented Languages (Java)
- 3+ years of recent experience with Spring Boot frameworks for API development
- 3+ years of experience developing on modern cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
- Expertise in REST APIs, SOA, microservices architecture
- Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, OOD, and design patterns
- Experience designing solutions with SQL and NoSQL databases
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps processes, and Agile programming methodologies
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desired Skills
- Experience with API Gateways such as APIGEE or Azure API Gateway
- Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
- Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies
- Ability to collaborate effectively across distributed teams
Technologies / Skills Highlight
- Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST, SOA
- SQL, NoSQL, Data Structures, OOD, OOP
- Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Kaizen)
- Azure Cloud Platform, API Gateways
- CI/CD, DevOps
About the Company
Georgia Tek Systems – Focused on delivering high-quality technology solutions while fostering collaboration and innovation.