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# Senior Java Backend Developer

- **Company:** Manpower
- **Location:** St. Louis, MO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $72,800 - $83,200
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, Spring-boot, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Docker, Legacy Systems, Microservices
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3468360285&tx=KJ6969FFJ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* 8+ years of experience in Java development, with a focus on enterprise applications.
 * Proficiency in Spring Boot, REST API development, and microservices architecture.
 * Hands-on experience with cloud-native deployments on AWS and Azure.
 * Strong knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.
 * Excellent teamwork, communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

## Description

* Design and develop robust, scalable backend systems using Java and Spring Boot frameworks.
 * Build and maintain REST APIs to support various client applications and services.
 * Implement microservices architecture utilizing event-driven systems with Kafka.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize legacy systems and improve system performance.
 * Ensure high availability and resilience of applications through monitoring and automation.