Senior Java API Engineer (contract)

Mindgrub Technologies is seeking a Senior Java API Engineer to support and enhance a REST-based API platform that powers native iOS and Android mobile applications.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and currently based in the United States, and authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Ideal working hours are 11am - 8pm EDT (includes a one-hour lunch break), however starting between 9am - 12pm EDT will also be considered
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience with a focus on Java backend development
• Experience developing and maintaining RESTful APIs in enterprise or production environments
• Experience working with cloud-hosted applications, preferably within Microsoft Azure environments
• Sound understanding of backend application architecture, API security, authentication, and integration patterns
• Experience troubleshooting and supporting distributed applications in production environments
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, source control systems, and modern software delivery practices
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in Agile or iterative development environments
• Experience working with the Micronaut framework or similar modern Java frameworks such as Spring Boot

Benefits

• Inclusive work environment
• No phone calls or recruiters, please