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# Backend Java Developer

- **Company:** SGA Inc.
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Business Logic, Automation of Tests, Code Review, Databases, Data Security, Java Web Services, MongoDB, Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Datadog, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Backend, AngularJS, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** June 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/eaabea11-4c33-42fe-9a5f-100fcb3a9b17

## About the Role

* 7+ years of hands on experience building Java 11+ services with Spring Boot and secured RESTful microservices.
 * Strong expertise in relational or document databases (SQL, MongoDB, ES, or similar).
 * Hands on experience with AI developer productivity tooling (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Amp, or similar).
 * Fluent in English communication skills (verbal and written).
 * Excellent problem solving and analytical ability.
 * Solid understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.

Preferred Skills:

 * Familiarity with performance tuning and observability tooling.
 * Experience working in financial services or regulated environments.
 * Experience with enterprise security and authentication.
 * Angular or React exposure for frontend development and collaboration.

## Description

* Backend engineer to build and maintain Java services for a mission critical platform.
 * Design REST APIs, implement business logic, optimize data access, and collaborate across engineering and product teams to deliver leading-edge and scalable systems to support multiple business verticals across Lending origination, underwriting, asset management, business operations, market insights, loan pricing, and risk calculations.
 * Design, develop, and maintain a reusable, testable, high performance platform that supports multiple Lending business lines.
 * Build Spring Boot microservices and REST APIs; implement robust data access layers.
 * Apply best practices in code reviews, automated testing, and SDLC execution.
 * Collaborate with global, cross functional teams to deliver end to end solutions and contribute to Agile ceremonies.
 * Ensure quality, security, and compliance standards in all development activities.
 * Independently drive technical initiatives and provide technical advice.


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