Back-End Developer

📌Backend Developer – Java, Spring Boot \& Kafka (Full\-time Contract, Remote) Kick off your next career move with Launchpad! We're looking for a technically curious backend developer ready to make an impact in a collaborative, clean\-code\-driven environment. If you’re passionate about building scalable services, exploring domain\-driven design, and working on distributed systems, this might be the opportunity for you. 🗓 **Start date** : ASAP 📆 **Contract type** : Contractor, indefinite 🌐 **Work hours** : Monday to Friday, 7\.30 to 16\.30 PST \- 100% Remote 🛠️ What You’ll Be Doing * Designing and implementing backend services in Java and Spring Boot to power scalable, high\-performing systems * Applying Hexagonal Architecture and clean code principles to ensure long\-term maintainability and modularity * Building and consuming RESTful APIs, focusing on versioning and developer\-friendly design * Integrating asynchronous processes using Apache Kafka in a distributed microservices architecture * Collaborating with infrastructure engineers to deploy services using Terraform on Microsoft Azure * Participating in code reviews and applying software craftsmanship in a team that values continuous learning ✅ What You Need to Succeed Must\-haves * 2–4 years of experience as a Java backend developer * Solid hands\-on experience with the Spring Boot ecosystem (e.g., Spring Web, Spring Data JPA, Spring Security) * Proven ability to design, consume, and document RESTful APIs * Comfort working with relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL * Confident writing and maintaining unit and integration tests * Experience working with Git and following modern version control workflows * Strong communication and collaboration skills in distributed teams Nice\-to\-haves * Familiarity with Hexagonal Architecture (Ports \& Adapters) * Experience applying Domain\-Driven Design (DDD) and CQRS * Knowledge of Apache Kafka for event\-driven architectures * Exposure to non\-relational databases like Redis * Experience deploying services on Azure using Terraform 🧭 Our Recruitment Process Here’s what to expect from our candidate\-friendly interview process: * Initial Interview – 60 minutes with our Talent Acquisition Specialist * Culture Fit – 30 minutes with our Team Engagement Manager * Technical Interview – 60 minutes with the Team and Hiring Manager, general overview of your expertise * Final Interview \- 60 minutes with the Team and Hiring Manager, exploring your technical and problem\-solving skills 🌟 Why Join Launchpad? We believe that great work starts with great people. At Launchpad, we offer: * 💻 Fully remote work with hardware provided * 🌎 Global team experience with clients in Northamerica * 💸 Competitive USD compensation * 📚 Training and learning stipends * 🌴 Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, study) * 🧘‍♂️ A culture that values autonomy, purpose, and human connection ✨ Ready to make your mark? Apply now and be part of something exciting.