Backend Java Developer

Backend Java Developer Vancouver, Canada (Apple Office Hybrid)

Location: Vancouver
Work Model: Hybrid 3 days/week onsite at Apple office
Experience Required: 8+ Years
Role Type: Backend Java Developer / Senior Java Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Backend Java Developer to join a high-performing engineering team supporting enterprise-scale applications and backend services. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java-based backend development, microservices architecture, cloud technologies, and distributed systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot
• Build RESTful APIs and microservices for high-availability enterprise platforms
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, architects, QA, and DevOps
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability
• Participate in system design, code reviews, and technical discussions
• Integrate with databases, messaging systems, and third-party APIs
• Implement security, logging, monitoring, and CI/CD best practices
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide long-term solutions
• Contribute to Agile/Scrum ceremonies and sprint planning

Required Skills

• 8+ years of hands-on backend development experience
• Strong proficiency in Java 8/11/17
• Extensive experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Security
• Strong understanding of Microservices Architecture
• Experience building REST APIs and event-driven systems
• Expertise in SQL and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra
• Experience with Kafka/RabbitMQ messaging systems
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar tools
• Strong understanding of data structures, multithreading, and distributed systems
• Experience with Git and modern development practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in large enterprise or product-based environments
• Exposure to high-traffic scalable systems
• Experience with observability tools like Splunk, Grafana, or Prometheus
• Knowledge of Test-Driven Development (TDD)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Education

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Nice to Have

• Experience in the consumer technology domain
• Exposure to Apple ecosystem integrations or enterprise infrastructure
• Certifications in AWS/Google Cloud Platform/Azure