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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Java API Developer - New York - **Company:** PHOTON, LLC - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $40,000.0 - $140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Spring Security, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Data Security, Relational Databases, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Github, Gradle, Hazelcast, Hibernate (Java), Java Persistence API, JSON, Junit, PostgreSQL, Apache Maven, Enterprise Messaging Systems, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, OAuth, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), RabbitMQ, Redis, Openid Connect, Mockito, Prometheus, Swagger, JSON Web Token, Software Engineering, Openapi, Enterprise Software Applications, Spring-mvc, Grafana, Spring-boot, Software Security, Caching, Backend, Git, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Cassandra, Apache Kafka, Build Tools, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Restful APIs, Splunk, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker, Elk Stack, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=67c166482beff6ee ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. * 5-8+ years of experience in Java backend development. * Strong proficiency in Java 11/17 and object-oriented programming principles. * Extensive experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA, and Spring Security. * Strong experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservices. * Experience with Hibernate/JPA and relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle. * Knowledge of NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Cassandra is a plus. * Experience with API documentation using Swagger/OpenAPI. * Familiarity with messaging platforms such as Kafka or RabbitMQ. * Experience using Git and modern CI/CD tools. * Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum development methodologies. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. * Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized deployments. * Experience implementing event-driven and distributed architectures. * Knowledge of caching technologies such as Redis or Hazelcast. * Exposure to GraphQL is a plus. * Understanding of observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, or Splunk. Technical Skills * Programming: Java 11/17, Core Java * Frameworks: Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Spring Data JPA * API Technologies: REST, OpenAPI/Swagger, JSON, GraphQL (optional) * Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB * Messaging: Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ * Build Tools: Maven, Gradle * Testing: JUnit, Mockito, REST Assured * CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps * Containers: Docker, Kubernetes * Version Control: Git ## Description We are seeking a Senior Java API Developer to design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performance RESTful APIs and microservices. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Java, Spring Boot, API design, cloud-native development, and modern software engineering practices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to build enterprise-grade applications that are reliable, scalable, and maintainable., * Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot. * Build scalable, secure, and high-performance backend services. * Develop reusable and maintainable code following clean architecture and coding best practices. * Collaborate with product owners, architects, frontend developers, QA, and DevOps teams throughout the software development lifecycle. * Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and data access layers. * Implement API security using OAuth2, JWT, OpenID Connect, and other authentication mechanisms. * Integrate with third-party services, messaging systems, and enterprise applications. * Develop unit, integration, and API tests to ensure code quality and reliability. * Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and architecture decisions. * Troubleshoot production issues, optimize application performance, and support deployments. * Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices. ## Related Videos - [Kubernetes Native Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/383-kubernetes-native-java) - [How Unit Testing Saved My Career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1642-how-unit-testing-saved-my-career) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [From boy scouting to redrawing the landscape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1140-from-boy-scouting-to-redrawing-the-landscape) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) ## Related Articles - [Top 10 Java Libraries](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/364-top-10-java-libraries) - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 7 Most Popular Backend Frameworks for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/403-the-7-most-popular-backend-frameworks-for-developers)