Sr. Java Developer

Sr. Java Developer Charlotte, NC Hybrid - ssessment is required for this role Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Backend Engineer to join our Digital Channels API team supporting client profile services and modernization initiatives. This role focuses on building and enhancing high-performance microservices, supporting production systems, and driving engineering excellence across our API ecosystem. You will work in a cloud-native AWS environment, developing REST and GraphQL APIs, optimizing PostgreSQL performance and supporting mission critical production workloads. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and enhance backend services using Java and Spring Boot. • Build and maintain REST and GraphQL APIs. • Write and optimize complex PostgreSQL queries. • Perform database schema changes and performance tuning. • Support modernization efforts including DB2 retirement. • Participate in code reviews and enforce best practices. • Provide production support and troubleshoot performance issues. • Develop and maintain AWS-based services (Lambda, ECS, RDS, S3, SQS). • Collaborate closely with SRE and platform teams to ensure resiliency and observability. • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using Maven and modern build tools. Required Qualifications • 6-8+ years of backend development experience. • Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot. • Experience building and supporting microservices-based architectures. • Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, including query optimization and schema design. • Experience working with AWS services such as Lambda, ECS/EKS, RDS, S3, SQS. • Experience developing or supporting GraphQL APIs. • Strong understanding of production support and troubleshooting practices. • Experience participating in structured code reviews. • Strong analytical and communication skills. Nice to Have • Exposure to Python or Node.js scripting. • Experience with observability tools such as Splunk, Honeycomb, or Grafana. • Familiarity with API testing tools such as Bruno or Postman. • Understanding of SRE principles.

Created: 2026-03-04