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# Senior Java Backend Developer

- **Company:** KOMODO CONSULTING LLC
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Software Design Patterns, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Backend, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Apache Kafka, Graphql, Terraform, Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/pecejs40ar

## About the Role

* 5+ years of software development experience with a strong focus on Java backend development;
 * Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and common design patterns;
 * Experience with Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and automation;
 * Hands-on experience with unit testing, integration testing, and TDD/shift-left practices;
 * Proficiency with Git and CI/CD concepts and workflows;
 * Knowledge of Kafka and event-driven architectures;
 * Experience working with Kubernetes in development and/or production environments;
 * Experience with GraphQL Federation;
 * Knowledge of Azure Cloud;
 * Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.

## Description

* Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java, applying object-oriented principles and design patterns consistently;
 * Implement infrastructure-as-code components using Terraform to support scalable and repeatable environments;
 * Build and evolve event-driven integrations using Kafka;
 * Develop and maintain automated tests (unit and integration), applying TDD and shift-left testing practices;
 * Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and workflows using Git-based version control and automation;
 * Deploy and operate services in Kubernetes environments, supporting reliability and performance;
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex issues and deliver high-quality solutions.


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