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# Software Engineer II

- **Company:** Akam Associates, Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $171,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Databases, DevOps, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Akamai, SQL Databases, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/software-engineer-ii/9404803

## About the Role

* Have 2 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree
 * Demonstrate solid proficiency in Java and object-oriented programming concepts
 * Possess proven experience building and consuming robust RESTful APIs
 * Show familiarity with SQL or NoSQL database technologies
 * Exhibit solid problem-solving skills and excellent team collaboration abilities
 * Bring familiarity with Azure cloud, DevOps, or microservices architecture

## Description

As a Software Engineer II, you will design and develop APIs that support our global platform. You will enjoy a high degree of autonomy to solve complex problems. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to ship new features.

As a Software Engineer II, you will be responsible for:

 * Designing and implementing scalable APIs and web services in Java.
 * Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and ship new features
 * Optimizing application performance, quality, responsiveness, and overall efficiency
 * Identifying and correct system bottlenecks while fixing software bugs
 * Maintaining code quality, organization, and automated testing pipelines
 * Participating in code reviews to contribute to a collaborative environment


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