Full Stack Developer (Java/React)
Location: Remote
Duration: Contract to Hire
Overview
The Team is seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer to support key promotional and digital commerce initiatives. This role requires a balanced blend of backend and frontend development expertise, with a primary focus on building scalable, high-performing applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Kafka, React, and Next.js.
The ideal candidate will have experience developing enterprise-grade applications, designing distributed systems, and building modern customer-facing web experiences. This individual will work closely with product managers, architects, and engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance the member experience.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices Architecture.
Build event-driven solutions leveraging Apache Kafka for real-time processing and integrations.
Develop and enhance responsive web applications using React and Next.js.
Design and consume RESTful APIs to support frontend and backend services.
Collaborate with product, UX, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Participate in application architecture, technical design discussions, and code reviews.
Optimize application performance, reliability, scalability, and security.
Develop reusable components and services following engineering best practices.
Support testing, deployment, and production troubleshooting activities.
Work independently in an Agile environment and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
7+ years of Full Stack software development experience.
Strong backend development experience with: Java
Spring Boot
Microservices Architecture
REST APIs
Apache Kafka
Strong frontend development experience with: React
Next.js
JavaScript
TypeScript
Experience building and supporting enterprise-scale applications.
Understanding of API integrations and distributed systems.
Experience working within Agile development environments.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to ramp up quickly and work independently after onboarding.
Preferred Qualifications
Retail or eCommerce industry experience.
Experience with Node.js and GraphQL.
React Native experience.
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform).
Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
Experience supporting high-traffic, customer-facing applications.
Technical Environment
Backend
Java
Spring Boot
Microservices
REST APIs
Apache Kafka
Frontend
React
Next.js
JavaScript
TypeScript
Cloud & DevOps
CI/CD
Docker
Kubernetes
Azure / AWS / Google Cloud Platform
Candidate Profile
60% Backend / 40% Frontend
Strong hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and Kafka
Solid frontend experience with React and Next.js
Experience building scalable enterprise and customer-facing applications
Retail/eCommerce experience preferred
Self-starter who can quickly ramp up and work independently
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills