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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Java Backend Engineer - **Company:** UST Inc - **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $75,000.0 - $113,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Build Automation, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Code Review, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Integrity, Database Queries, Software Debugging, Dependency Injection, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Fault Tolerance, Hibernate (Java), Java Persistence API, Java Web Services, Spring Framework, SQL Azure, NoSQL, Object-Relational Mapping, Object-Oriented Software Development, Performance Tuning, SQL Databases, System Availability, Delivery Pipeline, Spring-boot, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Deployment Automation, Apache Kafka, Cosmos DB, Software Coding, Restful APIs, Serverless Computing, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** June 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/17365660/Java-Backend-Engineer-California-Sunnyvale ## About the Role * Technical Skills: * Mandatory: Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, Kubernetes Rest API, SQL, Cosmos DB (or any NO SQL) * Nice to have: Azure or GCP experience * Skills and experiences: * 5-6 years hands on experience in Java development at enterprise level (recent). Experience in working Java Version 18 or above is mandatory * 3-4 years of hands-on experience with Kafka * 2-3 years of solid experience in Kubernetes * Strong programming skills in Java, including object-oriented programming principles, design patterns, and familiarity with Java frameworks * Understanding of microservices architecture and experience in building and deploying microservices-based applications * Hands-on experience in developing Spring Boot applications, including dependency injection, ORM (Object-Relational Mapping), and REST API development * Knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud platform, including Azure App Service, Azure Functions, Azure SQL or COSTMOS DB * Familiarity with Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) practices, including automated testing, build pipelines, and deployment strategies * Proficiency in writing SQL queries as per industrial standards, fine-tuned for optimization * Strong problem-solving abilities, good communication (written & verbal) skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team are also important for this role. * The evaluation includes an hands on coding/troubleshooting exercise and should be able to articulate past projects and do on the fly troubleshooting/ write logic ## Description UST is looking for a strong Java backend Engineer to work on a multi-vendor multi-geo team to help build a NextGen High Scale Enterprise Platform. The opportunity: * Design, develop, and maintain robust Java-based applications using strong object-oriented programming principles and industry-standard design patterns. * Build and implement scalable microservices architecture, ensuring high availability, fault tolerance, and performance optimization. * Develop Spring Boot applications with expertise in: o Dependency Injection (Spring Core) o RESTful API development o ORM frameworks (Hibernate/JPA) * Design and consume REST APIs for seamless integration between services and external systems. * Deploy and manage applications on Microsoft Azure, including: o Azure App Service o Azure Functions o Azure SQL Database / Cosmos DB * Develop, optimize, and maintain efficient SQL queries, ensuring data integrity, performance tuning, and adherence to industry standards. * Implement and follow CI/CD pipelines using tools like Azure DevOps/Jenkins for: o Automated builds o Unit & integration testing o Continuous deployment * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Dev, QA, DevOps) to ensure smooth release cycles and production stability. * Perform code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting of complex technical issues in real-time. * Participate in hands-on coding exercises and problem-solving sessions, demonstrating strong logical thinking and analytical skills. * Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and security guidelines throughout the development lifecycle. * Effectively communicate technical concepts, project updates, and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Continuously learn and adopt new tools, frameworks, and cloud best practices to improve system design and development efficiency. This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. 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