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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Java Developer - **Company:** Techgene Solutions LLC - **Location:** New Albany, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Spring Security, Apache Tomcat, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Data Retrieval, Java Database Connectivity, Spring Framework, Apache Maven, MyBatis, OAuth, Software Deployment, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Enterprise Software Applications, Test-Driven Development (TDD), System Availability, Spring-boot, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Reactive Programming, Graphql, Api Design, Docker, Confluent - **Published:** August 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/42b14787-986c-4d48-b0a7-9c0f13239168 ## About the Role * 7-8 years of experience in backend development with Java, Kafka, Spring WebFlux, and GraphQL. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. * Strong understanding of reactive programming concepts and their application in Spring WebFlux. * Proven experience designing and implementing GraphQL APIs. * Experience with Spring Boot 2.7 or higher and Spring Security 5.x preferred. * Understanding of OAuth and JWT is a plus. * Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. ## Description Backend Java Developer with 7-8 years of experience and strong expertise in Java, Kafka, Spring WebFlux, and GraphQL. This role will help design, build, and support responsive, efficient, and scalable backend services for enterprise applications. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in modern backend development, event-driven architecture, reactive programming, API design, and cloud-native deployment practices., * Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot, incorporating robust security practices with Spring Security. * Design and implement GraphQL APIs to support flexible, efficient data retrieval and manipulation. * Apply reactive programming concepts using Spring WebFlux to build non-blocking, responsive, and resilient applications. * Manage Kafka-based event-driven architectures, including event streaming, topic configuration, and Spring Boot integration with Kafka. * Create custom Kafka producers and consumers using Java and Spring Boot for reliable message processing and handling. * Support and enhance Kafka implementations using Confluent Cloud where applicable. * Implement and maintain data management solutions using MyBatis, JDBC, and SQL. * Deploy applications on Tomcat while ensuring high availability, performance, and maintainability. * Use Maven for dependency management and Docker for application containerization. * Support container orchestration and application scaling using Docker and Kubernetes. * Follow test-driven development practices to improve code quality and long-term maintainability. * Develop CI pipelines using GitLab CI and support deployments using Helm where applicable. ## Related Videos - [Kubernetes Native Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/383-kubernetes-native-java) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Putting the Graph In GraphQL With The Neo4j GraphQL Library](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/257-putting-the-graph-in-graphql-with-the-neo4j-graphql-library) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment) - [Delay the AI Overlords: How OAuth and OpenFGA Can Keep Your AI Agents from Going Rogue](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1637-delay-the-ai-overlords-how-oauth-and-openfga-can-keep-your-ai-agents-from-going-rogue) ## Related Articles - [Top 10 Java Libraries](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/364-top-10-java-libraries) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [The Best X (Twitter) Accounts for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/294-the-best-x-twitter-accounts-for-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)