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# Backend Java Developer

- **Company:** Kforce Inc.
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Amazon DynamoDB, Enterprise Messaging Systems, MongoDB, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Data Streaming, Azure Service Bus, Data Logging, Real Time Systems, Spring-boot, Backend, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Cosmos DB
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f063e08a-c940-48b1-9936-3ea50db84348

## About the Role

* Strong hands-on experience with backend Java development and Spring Boot
 * Experience building or supporting real-time streaming and messaging applications
 * Experience with Azure Service Bus, Event Hubs, Kafka, or similar messaging technologies
 * Experience working within a cloud environment, with Azure preferred
 * Experience supporting high-volume production applications, including monitoring, logging, and performance tuning
 * Strong understanding of NoSQL databases and data modeling
 * Kubernetes experience is a plus, but not required

## Description

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Backend Java Developer in Long Island City, NY., We're looking for a highly technical Backend Java Developer to help build and enhance high-volume, real-time applications. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with complex backend systems, streaming data, cloud technologies, and production-grade applications while taking ownership from development through deployment. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with limited onsite expectations, approximately 8 times per year., * Backend Java Developer will design, develop, and enhance scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot

 * Work within existing codebases to troubleshoot, modify, and implement new functionality
 * Build solutions that process high-volume, real-time streaming data and messaging
 * Develop and integrate applications using cloud-based messaging services, with Azure experience preferred
 * Design and work with NoSQL databases, such as Cosmos DB, MongoDB, or DynamoDB
 * As a Backend Java Developer, you will support production applications through logging, monitoring, performance optimization, troubleshooting, and incident resolution
 * Partner with engineering and cloud teams to build reliable, scalable, production-ready solutions