Remote Java Microservices Developer

About the Opportunity

Picture yourself shaping backend systems that power tomorrow's digital world. We’re a fast-evolving tech collective on a mission to redefine distributed systems and cloud-native applications. Our journey began with a single microservice and a bold vision—to build resilient, scalable solutions that transform industries. Today, we’re constructing intelligent systems that empower global enterprises, drive innovation, and delight users at scale. If you’re fueled by curiosity and thrive in a remote-first, agile space where creativity meets precision, you’re about to find your new favorite team.

Role Summary

As our Remote Java Microservices Developer, you’ll architect and develop microservice-driven applications that scale effortlessly and respond intelligently. Your role is pivotal in transforming traditional monolithic systems into dynamic, cloud-native architectures. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—think DevOps engineers, UI/UX designers, SREs, and product leads—to design, test, and deploy backend solutions using Java and modern frameworks. Your work will drive automation, boost performance, and ensure that each service integrates seamlessly within the broader system.

Key Responsibilities

Core Development Duties

• Design modular, reusable microservices using Java and Spring Boot within a distributed system
• Write clean, maintainable code that supports high-availability and low-latency systems
• Build and deploy RESTful APIs with robust validation, authentication, and versioning
• Develop asynchronous processes for real-time data workflows
• Contribute to codebase improvements through TDD and continuous refactoring

Collaboration & Code Quality

• Participate actively in Agile ceremonies, including planning, grooming, retrospectives, and reviews
• Perform in-depth code reviews and offer constructive peer feedback
• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve production issues before they impact users
• Monitor system performance using observability tools and generate actionable insights
• Uphold CI/CD best practices for consistent, automated delivery

System Integration

• Develop communication layers between services using event-driven tools like Kafka and RabbitMQ
• Contribute to service registries and API gateways for improved scalability and security
• Implement robust testing frameworks to ensure stability during integration and deployment

Tools and Technologies

Core Backend Stack

• Java 17, Spring Boot 3, Maven, Gradle, Hibernate, JPA

Infrastructure & Cloud Services

• Docker, Kubernetes, Helm for container orchestration
• AWS (ECS, Lambda, RDS, CloudWatch), Azure, or GCP as cloud platforms

API & Messaging

• REST, OpenAPI 3, gRPC, Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ

DevOps & Observability

• Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI for pipeline automation
• Prometheus, Grafana, Elastic Stack (ELK), Zipkin, Jaeger for tracing and monitoring

Version Control & Security

• Git, GitHub/GitLab, OAuth2, JWT for identity and access control

Remote Work Culture

We don’t just accommodate remote work—we design for it. Our globally distributed team thrives in a culture of transparency, autonomy, and innovation.

Agile Practices

• Daily asynchronous standups and cross-time-zone flexibility
• Bi-weekly retrospectives and roadmap syncs
• Hack days and quarterly innovation jams to encourage experimentation

Collaboration Environment

We use a combination of Slack, Jira, Notion, and Miro to keep teams aligned and ideas flowing. Expect virtual team-building sessions, code showcases, and tech talks to stay connected beyond your screen. We trust our engineers to lead with creativity, introduce fresh thinking, and reimagine conventional approaches.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Technical Qualifications

• At least three years of hands-on experience developing backend systems with Java and Spring Boot
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture and cloud-native design patterns
• Proficiency in container technologies like Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes
• Familiarity with service discovery, API gateways, and distributed tracing tools
• Hands-on experience deploying to AWS, GCP, or Azure cloud ecosystems
• Strong command of SQL and familiarity with NoSQL technologies like MongoDB or Cassandra

Software Principles

• Commitment to writing clean, modular, testable code
• Knowledge of resilience patterns: retries, circuit breakers, bulkheads
• Experience with TDD, BDD, and automated integration testing
• Prior exposure to DDD (Domain-Driven Design) and event sourcing is a plus

Soft Skills

• Self-motivated with excellent time management in asynchronous environments
• Clear communicator who enjoys documenting and explaining technical decisions
• Passionate about learning, feedback, and mentorship
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving complex problems creatively

Salary and Benefits

We believe talent deserves both recognition and reward. That’s why we’ve built a package that prioritizes flexibility, growth, and well-being.

Compensation

• Annual Salary: $117,931 (Remote, full-time)
• Bonus opportunities based on quarterly performance goals

Perks and Allowances

• Remote work stipend for home office setup and high-speed internet
• Flexible paid time off and annual wellness days
• Learning and development budgets to support certifications and courses
• Paid conference attendance (virtually or on-site)

Career Support

• Mentorship programs with senior architects
• Access to career coaching and leadership training
• Structured career advancement framework and bi-annual reviews

Career Advancement

You won’t just write code—you’ll write your future. Our environment fosters continuous growth with opportunities to shape products, lead teams, and expand your expertise.

Growth Tracks

• Staff Engineer: Dive deep into architecture and lead large-scale initiatives
• Solution Architect: Design systems from the ground up with a customer-first approach
• Engineering Manager: Lead and mentor your own remote team

Whether you aim to become a subject matter expert or scale the management ladder, we provide a runway for your ambitions.

Call to Action

If you're a backend builder who thrives in cloud-native environments and believes in the power of well-designed microservices, we want to hear from you. This isn’t just a job—it’s your chance to leave your fingerprint on enterprise-grade systems that serve real users every day.

Apply now and transform complexity into clarity, one microservice at a time.

Let’s build systems that last. Together.