Backend Developer- Dallas, TX
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Posted 5mo ago
We are seeking a versatile Backend Developer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic and infrastructure that powers our applications.
You will work across two primary ecosystems
Java for robust, scalable enterprise services and Python for data processing, automation, and agile microservices. You will collaborate closely with frontend developers and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration and high-system reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- System Design & Development: Build and maintain scalable, high-performance backend services using Java (Spring Boot) and Python (Django/FastAPI).
- API Management: Design and implement RESTful and GraphQL APIs to support web and mobile frontends.
- Database Management: Optimize database schemas and complex queries for both SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) systems.
- Microservices Architecture: Develop and orchestrate microservices, ensuring efficient inter-service communication and data consistency.
- Security & Compliance: Implement secure authentication/authorization protocols (OAuth2, JWT) and ensure data protection across all layers.
- Testing & Quality: Write comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests using frameworks like JUnit (Java) and pytest (Python).
- Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve bottlenecks in application logic, database access, and network latency.
- Collaboration: Participate in Agile ceremonies, perform code reviews, and contribute to technical documentation.
Technical Skills & Qualifications Core Programming
- Java: Proficiency in Java 17+ with deep knowledge of the Spring Ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data).
- Python: Expert-level Python 3.x skills, with experience in frameworks like FastAPI, Django, or Flask.
Databases & Storage
- Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL solutions (MongoDB, Redis, Cassandra).
- Strong understanding of ORM tools like Hibernate (Java) and SQLAlchemy/Django ORM (Python).
Infrastructure & Tools
- Containerization: Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
- Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with AWS, GCP, or Azure services (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS).
- CI/CD: Proficiency with Git and automated deployment pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI).
- Messaging: Experience with message brokers like Apache Kafka or RabbitMQ for asynchronous processing.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to translate complex business requirements into technical specifications.
- Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation
USD 39,000
Maximum Compensation
USD 137,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
Skills
- Java
- Python
- Spring Boot
- Django
- FastAPI
- GraphQL
- SQL
- PostgreSQL
- MySQL
- MongoDB
- Redis
- OAuth 2.0
- JWT
- JUnit
- pytest
- Spring
- Spring Security
- Spring Data
- Flask
- Cassandra
- Hibernate
- SQLAlchemy
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- AWS
- GCP
- Azure
- AWS Lambda
- EC2
- S3
- RDS
- Git
- GitHub Actions
- Jenkins
- GitLab CI
- Kafka
- RabbitMQ
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