Java Software Engineer (BackEnd)

Intersog® is a Chicago-based provider of tailored software engineering solutions, offering dedicated development teams and custom software applications to help businesses meet their IT challenges. Our focus on innovation and efficiency allows us to partner effectively with clients across various industries.

We are looking for a talented Java Software Engineer (BackEnd) to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality backend services for our applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions that meet our client’s needs while adhering to industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, Build, and Test Java Sprint Boot backend services built with micro architecture principles
• Design, Build and Test data stores in AWS used by the backend services ( Postgres, Redis, MQ, Kafka, etc..) as well as the data layers which directly interact with the data stores.
• Design, Build, and Test inter service communication mechanisms ( Message Buses, SDKs, and APIs)
• Create and Modify Backend Services running within a Kubernetes Cluster. Adjust the cluster’s ingress points, namespaces, config maps, and operators as necessary to optimize platform performance, security, and efficiency
• Accurately Estimate and Track large projects
• Provide constructive feedback in code reviews and incorporate feedback received
• Create architecture design documents and clearly present ideas to the team
• Create and maintain documentation for backend services including APIs, system architecture, etc.
• Operate in the local developer environment, (Docker/Gradle/IDE )
• Operate within an Agile environment (Sprints, Jira)
• Operate in the context of a modern CI/CD pipeline (Jenkins, ArgoCD, GitHub Actions)
• Collaborate with frontend/fulltstack developers to integrate backend systems with user-facing applications
• Work closely with Product Management to create technical designs that meet product requirements.

• 3+ years of experience working in backend software development roles
• Experience with Java, Spring, and Spring Boot
• Experience in a micro service environment
• Experience with Kubernetes and Docker
• Experience with AWS Data Stores (RDS, Elastic Cache, MQ, S3)
• Experience with CI/CD ( Jenkins, ArgoCD, Github actions )
• Experience with Agile methodologies and tools ( Jira, Sprints, etc.. )
• Mindset of fulfilling the dreams of the Product, Design and the end user.
• Communicate conscientiously with your work colleagues