Senior Backend Java Engineer - INSPYR Solutions

Senior Backend Java Engineer
Location: Charlotte, NC Hybrid
Duration: 6+ month project with potential to hire
Compensation: $50-$60 HR
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
Skillset/ Experience: Java, Spring Boot, MySQL, Hibernate, AWS


Job Description
We are seeking a talented and experienced Lead Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Lead Backend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our technology stack by leading and mentoring a team of developers while contributing directly to the development of our backend systems.

Responsibilities

• Architecture Design: Convert legacy applications into modern, scalable, and maintainable microservices architectures.
• Hands-on Development: Contribute to the development of backend components using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot.
• Code Quality: Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices through code reviews and mentorship.
• Database Management: Leverage MySQL to design, implement, and optimize database schemas and queries.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Work closely with cloud architects to deploy and manage applications on AWS.
• Technical Leadership: Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of our backend infrastructure.
• Leading Efforts: Ability to lead a team of engineers and product specialists in achieving project goals and milestones or creating new processes and providing value through technology
• Team Leadership: Ability to mentor developers and foster a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Qualifications

• Technical Skills:
  • Strong proficiency in Java, Spring, and Spring Boot
  • In-depth knowledge of MySQL and relational database concepts
  • Experience working with AWS cloud infrastructure
  • Familiarity with Hibernate (preferred)
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in backend development
  • At least 1 year of experience with leadership activities on a development team
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Passion for staying up-to-date with emerging technologies

Bonus Points

• Experience with Azure DevOps
• Knowledge of Docker and containerization

Our benefits package includes: 

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• ...and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities