Senior Java Backend Engineer

2 months ago

Holland, Ohio, United States Midwest Tape Full time
Job Overview

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Remote Work: Available in select states including Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Tennessee, Texas, Florida, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, Rhode Island, Massachusetts.

Travel Requirement: Occasional travel to headquarters for onboarding and meetings (approximately 2-3 times annually).

Visa Sponsorship: Not available for this position.

Midwest Tape has been a leader in providing libraries and their patrons with exceptional access to media content for over three decades. Our digital platform, hoopla Digital, merges our extensive media and library expertise with cutting-edge web and mobile technology, offering a comprehensive experience to the library sector. As hoopla expands globally, we are looking to enhance our team.

We recognize that our employees are integral to our success. At Midwest Tape, we prioritize employee empowerment, competitive compensation, and a healthy work-life balance, along with recognizing and rewarding exceptional performance.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Java Backend Engineer with a strong background in developing GraphQL and RESTful APIs. In this leadership role, you will be essential in constructing and sustaining high-performance, scalable backend applications utilizing Java 17+ and Spring. Your responsibilities will include writing clean, efficient code, mentoring junior developers, collaborating with senior team members, guiding architectural decisions, and ensuring a seamless development process from concept to deployment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and mentor a team of 5-12 backend developers, promoting a collaborative and innovative atmosphere.
  • Design, develop, and implement robust backend APIs using Java, focusing on clean code principles, microservices, and domain-driven design.
  • Utilize the Spring Framework (including Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring MVC) to create GraphQL and RESTful APIs.
  • Integrate GraphQL into backend systems for efficient data retrieval for frontend applications.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to best practices.
  • Work alongside architects to address technical challenges.
  • Collaborate with frontend developers and product managers to translate user requirements into technical specifications.
  • Create unit and integration tests to maintain code quality and sustainability.
  • Monitor and enhance backend systems for performance and scalability.
  • Engage in regular one-on-one meetings with team members to provide feedback and address concerns.
  • Handle administrative responsibilities in ADP for team members, including performance evaluations and time-off approvals.
Required Skills
  • Extensive experience with Java 17+, Spring Framework, JPA, GraphQL, RESTful services, and AWS technologies.
  • Proficient in SQL with the ability to write and review SQL queries.
  • Familiarity with AWS technologies such as Amazon OpenSearch Service, CloudFormation, DynamoDB, EC2, and Lambda.
  • Experience working within Agile/Scrum methodologies.
  • Proficient in tools like JIRA, Confluence, and Microsoft Office.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams or individuals.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience Requirements
  • At least 8 years of experience in developing RESTful and GraphQL systems in Java.
  • 2-5 years in a lead or senior developer capacity.
  • Able to thrive in an agile environment with a focus on continuous integration.
  • Familiarity with standard architectural patterns such as microservices and domain-driven design.
Additional Considerations
  • Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools is advantageous.
Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • Ability to sit for extended periods.
  • Perform repetitive motion tasks.
  • Be physically present for meetings and training sessions.
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k with matching
  • Profit sharing
  • Paid vacation and personal time
  • Flexible working hours
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Company performance bonuses
  • Holiday bonuses
  • Paid volunteer time
  • Training and career development opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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