Senior Backend Engineer – Java & Azure

Job Title: Sr Java Developer Azure

Job Location: Fort Worth, TX 76155

Job Duration: 12+ Months Contract

Interview: F2F required.

Job Description:

Top Requirement:

• Java/J2ee, MS Azure, Agile, Fast API
• DevOps & Automation
• 8 to 9 years of experience

Other Qualifications:

• Core Technical Skills
• Java development expertise.
• Java 17+ (Spring Boot 3 for API development)
• REST/GraphQL (Apollo, Spring GraphQL)
• Strong proficiency in Java SE (Core Java)
• Strong experience with Docker and container-based development.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Proficiency with Azure cloud infrastructure including VNet, private networking, and security configurations.

Practical knowledge of: Azure Event Hub, Azure Cosmos DB (MongoDB API), Azure PostgreSQL

DevOps & Automation

• Advanced experience with GitHub Actions (build/test/deployment).
• Strong scripting and automation skills (Bash, Python, PowerShell, or similar).
• Hands-on experience with Git, GitHub, and CloudSmith.

Architecture and Design

• Proven track record building microservices architectures.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and integration patterns.

Observability & Security

• Experience with Dynatrace for APM and monitoring.
• Logging expertise using Dynatrace & Mezmo.
• Familiarity with cloud-native security best practices and secure coding procedures.

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills, especially in distributed and cloud-native systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• A collaborative mindset, focusing on team success and delivering high-quality solutions.

Cloud Engineering (Azure)

• Build and deploy applications on Azure Cloud, leveraging:
• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for container orchestration.
• Azure Event Hub for event-driven architectures.
• Azure Cosmos DB (MongoDB API) and Azure PostgreSQL for data storage.
• Implement secure and scalable networking using Azure VNet and private network configurations.
• Automate provisioning and management of cloud resources using scripts and templates.

Containerization and Orchestration

• Package applications using Docker and create optimized, secure container images.
• Manage deployment, scaling, and lifecycle of applications in Azure Kubernetes.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Certification in Azure (AZ-204, AZ-305, or similar).
• Experience with event-driven or streaming architectures.
• Knowledge of cloud cost optimisation strategies.
• Experience mentoring or leading technical teams.