Backend Engineer

Summary

Join 66degrees, a leading consulting firm specializing in AI-focused solutions, as a senior contractor for a 4-month contract-to-hire remote assignment. This role requires 40-45 hours per week and immediate availability. The ideal candidate possesses extensive backend development experience with cloud-native applications, Java, Spring Boot, and various databases. Experience with application migrations, Docker/Kubernetes, and testing is crucial. A background in professional services/consulting and strong communication skills are essential.

Requirements

• 5+ years of backend experience in developing cloud-native applications
• 5+ years of experience with Java
• 5+ years using Spring Boot and Spring Rest Services
• Experience with Couchbase and Memorystore
• Experience with MongoDB and Firestore
• Solid experience working with monolith applications and application migrations
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes
• Experience with unit testing/automated testing
• Background in professional services/consulting
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop cloud-native applications
• Work with monolith applications and application migrations
• Utilize Docker/Kubernetes
• Conduct unit testing/automated testing
• Communicate effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Terraform
• Experience with CI/CD, DevOps, Cloud and automation