Java Backend Developer

About AscendionAscendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next. Ascendion | Engineering to elevate lifeWe have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:

• Build innovative technology and infrastructure for the world’s leading brands.
• Solve complex problems and learn new skills.
• Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients.
• Master your craft with best-in-class training programs and hands-on project experience.
• Be part of a community of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for technology.

Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for technology. Our culture is the fabric of our company and what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion. Job Title: Sr. Java Developer Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend microservices using Core Java and Spring Boot.
• Build REST APIs and integrate messaging systems such as Kafka.
• Work with relational databases and write efficient SQL queries.
• Develop automated tests using JUnit and Cucumber.
• Containerize and deploy applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Troubleshoot production issues and ensure application reliability and performance.
• Participate in technical decision-making, code reviews, and solution design.
• Evaluate and validate AI-generated code and recommendations.
• Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams in a private cloud environment.

Required Qualification

• Strong hands-on experience with Core Java.
• Proficiency in Spring Framework and Spring Boot.
• Experience with microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Experience with Apache Kafka and relational databases.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and basic-to-intermediate Kubernetes knowledge.
• Experience with JUnit and Cucumber testing frameworks.
• Understanding of private cloud and Kubernetes-based platforms.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Senior-level experience working on enterprise applications.
• Mainframe or financial - services experience is a plus.

Location: 5 days Onsite in Columbus, Ohio Salary Range:The salary for this position is between $110K-$120K USD annually. Pay within this range may vary based on geography, experience, skills, and applicable qualifications. Benefits:Eligible employees may receive the following benefits: [Medical insurance] [Dental insurance] [Vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [Long-term disability insurance] [Short-term disability insurance] [5 personal days annually] [10-15 days of paid vacation] [6 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday] [Ascendion Learning Management System access] Want to change the world? Let’s connect.Tell us about your expertise, experience, and ambitions. Bring your insights, unique perspective, and enthusiasm to build the next generation of data center infrastructure & mdash; together with Ascendion.