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# Backend Java Developer

- **Company:** Hierarch Soft Technologies, Inc.
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Architectural Patterns, Big Data, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Memory Management, Apache Hadoop, Java Virtual Machine (JVM), Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, Database Optimization, Apache Spark, Kotlin, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Serverless Computing, Microservices
- **Published:** August 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/6fe131a5-8b43-4085-8082-333421d398a0

## About the Role

· Bachelor''s or master''s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

· 7-15 years of expert-level experience in the Java ecosystem, including deep understanding of memory management and the latest Java language features.

· Proven record of architecting and delivering enterprise-grade applications.

· Mastery of Object-Oriented Design principles and architectural patterns.

· Demonstrated experience designing complex, large-scale distributed systems and microservices.

· Advanced DevOps expertise, including:

· CI/CD best practices

· Infrastructure automation

· Container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes)

· Cloud infrastructure management

· Proficiency in managing source control strategies for large teams.

· Experience with database performance tuning, data modeling, and multi-environment deployment.

· Ability to align technology initiatives with business objectives and understand the financial aspects of technology decisions.

· Nice to Have Skills:

· Experience with multiple JVM languages (e.g., Kotlin, Scala).

· Experience with serverless architectures.

· Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).

## Description

· Provide technical leadership and vision for software development projects, setting high standards for quality and innovation.

· Define and oversee the technical architecture and roadmap for large-scale, mission-critical systems.

· Align departmental goals and objectives with broader business priorities, ensuring shared vision and clarity.

· Lead and mentor a team of software engineers through coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.

· Manage resource allocation, project timelines, and budgets to ensure successful delivery of software initiatives.

· Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the engineering team.

· Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to drive project success and effective communication.

· Oversee project execution to ensure quality, reliability, and timely delivery.

· Drive recruitment, development, and retention of top technical talent.

· Collaborate with senior leadership to shape and communicate the organization's technology strategy and roadmap.

· Represent the software engineering team in cross-functional discussions and planning sessions to support strategic objectives.


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