Sr. Java Backend Developer

About the role

FreshDirect is looking for a Senior Java Backend Developer to design, build, and scale the backend services that power its e‑commerce and logistics platforms. You will work with cross‑functional teams in New Jersey and Istanbul to deliver reliable, high‑performance solutions that improve the customer experience.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot.
• Implement system architecture, caching, and performance optimisation strategies.
• Develop services integrated with GraphQL, JPA, JMS, and ActiveMQ.
• Deploy and manage containerised applications in Docker and Kubernetes environments.
• Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
• Write and optimise SQL and PL/SQL queries for Oracle 12c+ databases.
• Monitor application performance using Dynatrace, AppDynamics, or New Relic.
• Ensure compliance with modern security standards.

Required profile

• 3+ years of professional backend development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java, J2EE, and RESTful API development.
• Experience with Kotlin, GraphQL, and Spring/Spring Boot.
• Familiarity with caching frameworks such as Redis or Ehcache.
• Hands‑on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux/Solaris.
• Experience building CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
• Expertise in relational databases, especially Oracle 12c+, SQL, and PL/SQL.
• Knowledge of APM tools like Dynatrace, AppDynamics, or New Relic.

Required skills

• Java
• J2EE
• Kotlin
• Spring Boot
• RESTful APIs
• GraphQL
• JPA
• JMS
• ActiveMQ
• Redis
• Ehcache
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Linux
• Solaris
• Jenkins
• GitHub Actions
• Oracle 12c
• SQL
• PL/SQL
• Dynatrace
• AppDynamics
• New Relic