Senior Java Engineer

The Senior Java Engineer will lead the design, development, migration, and support of scalable Java-based microservices and APIs in a modern cloud environment. This role requires strong hands-on engineering capability, technical leadership, and experience modernizing legacy systems., The ideal candidate is a strong Java engineer who brings hands-on development experience. They will be part of the technical team of 3-4 developers through design, development, and maintenance of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) that enable communication between different software systems.

Below are the typical roles and responsibilities for this position:

• Design and development of APIs, including specifications, endpoints, data models, and protocols such as REST and GraphQL.
• Be hands-on in the codebase, contributing production-grade code for core services.
• Work with Technical lead to do code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and security.
• Partner closely with the Engineering Crew Lead and API Architect to review solution design and deliver robust, scalable solutions.
• Ensure seamless integration of APIs with internal systems, external applications, and third-party services.
• Promote the effective use of AI-enabled tools in the API development lifecycle to improve productivity and code quality.
• Create and maintain clear, comprehensive API documentation for consumers, including usage guidance and best practices.
• Implement and uphold security best practices, including authentication, authorization, and encryption.
• Interface with external engineering teams to ensure alignment on technical standards, governance requirements, compliance obligations, and ongoing cATO maintenance.
• Monitor and optimize API performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Manage API versioning and support backward compatibility as services evolve.
• Provide ongoing support, troubleshoot production issues, and implement enhancements based on stakeholder feedback.
• Participate in Tier 1 and Tier 2 on-call operations

• 8+ years of experience leading technical teams in building scalable modern Java services.
• Proven experience breaking down large, complex legacy monoliths into smaller, independent services.
• Deep hands-on knowledge of modern Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and REST API development.
• Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Strong experience designing, building, and maintaining APIs.
• Ability to lead engineering teams while remaining hands-on with development.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Familiarity with application security principles and secure development practices.
• Familiarity with Git version control.
• Familiarity with OAuth.
• Ruby-to-Java migration experience preferred but not required., * Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related technical field.

Fathom Management offers full-time employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting
• Military leave
• Professional training and development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee wellness program
• Commuter benefits
• And more