Remote Java Hibernate Developer

Be the Architect Behind Seamless Data Experiences

You understand that a beautifully designed backend is invisible—but powerful. Our product depends on consistent data flow, scalable performance, and tight integrations. That’s where your Hibernate expertise comes in. You’ll join a remote-first engineering team driven by a mission to deliver intuitive digital solutions with minimal friction. From mapping complex entity relationships to optimizing query performance, your Hibernate skills won’t just manage data—they’ll elevate our entire application architecture.

This isn’t just about writing code. It’s about shaping how information moves, scales, and empowers thousands of users daily. If crafting elegant Java solutions with Hibernate gets your heart racing, we’re ready to build something amazing with you.

Annual Salary: $72,901

What You'll Impact

Build the Backbone of Our Platform

• Design and maintain Hibernate-based ORM mappings that support scalable and maintainable backend infrastructure.
• Optimize lazy vs eager fetching strategies to balance performance and usability in real-world scenarios.
• Ensure seamless integration between Java services and relational databases, enabling rapid and efficient data access.

Drive Quality Through Strategic Architecture

• Develop domain-driven design models that simplify complexity and reflect user needs.
• Implement caching strategies using second-level cache to minimize latency and reduce database load.
• Your optimizations will directly improve page load times and enhance user experience for thousands of customers.

Collaborate to Accelerate Progress

• Work closely with front-end engineers and product teams to deliver features from end to end.
• Participate in design discussions, offering Hibernate-centric perspectives that push architectural boundaries.
• Translate business requirements into efficient data models that support real-time workflows.

How We Work Together

Remote-First, Impact-Focused

We're built for async collaboration. Our remote Java Hibernate developers thrive in autonomy while staying connected through thoughtful rituals and streamlined tools.

Tools That Power Our Stack

• Hibernate/JPA for object-relational mapping
• Spring Boot for application logic and service orchestration
• PostgreSQL/MySQL as core data engines
• Liquibase/Flyway for database versioning
• GitHub + CI/CD pipelines to deploy with confidence
• Slack, Jira, Notion, and Zoom for daily remote collaboration

Culture of Ownership

You’ll never be micromanaged here. We value outcomes over process. You’ll have the space to work deeply and the support to unblock quickly. Expect direct access to decision-makers and engineers who share your passion for code quality.

Your Strengths & Experience

Must-Have Qualifications

• 4+ years of backend development with Java
• 3+ years of deep Hibernate experience in production environments
• Advanced understanding of ORM principles, session lifecycle, and performance tuning
• Familiarity with SQL query optimization and execution plans
• Firm grasp of design patterns, refactoring, and clean code principles
• Ability to write tests that cover edge cases, not just happy paths

Bonus Points For

• Experience with microservices architecture
• Contributions to open-source Hibernate tools or plugins
• Previous work in highly regulated industries like fintech or healthcare
• Familiarity with GraphQL or REST API design at scale

What Success Looks Like

30 Days

You’ll set up your dev environment, complete onboarding sprints, and ship your first PR. You’ll gain an understanding of our database architecture and participate in your first team demo.

90 Days

You’ll own Hibernate optimization in a live feature rollout, mentor a new hire, and refine existing entity models to reduce complexity across services.

6 Months+

You’ll lead data design decisions, working directly with stakeholders to plan scalable backend systems and own Hibernate practices across multiple projects.

Perks & Benefits

• Flexible schedule in a fully remote setting
• Annual learning stipend and paid certifications
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Regular virtual retreats and team bonding sessions
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays observed globally

Let’s Build with Purpose

If the idea of owning Hibernate decisions that impact thousands of users excites you—this is your space. We’re building with purpose, speed, and humanity. There’s a real opportunity here to grow, challenge conventions, and architect backend systems that matter.