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Bill rate $100.37 $103.11
Position Summary
Abercrombie & Fitch is seeking a talented Backend Java Developer with 3–5 years of experience and strong expertise in Java, Kafka, Spring WebFlux, and GraphQL. This role will help design, build, and support responsive, efficient, and scalable backend services for enterprise applications. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in modern backend development, event-driven architecture, reactive programming, API design, and cloud-native deployment practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot, incorporating robust security practices with Spring Security.
- Design and implement GraphQL APIs to support flexible, efficient data retrieval and manipulation.
- Apply reactive programming concepts using Spring WebFlux to build non-blocking, responsive, and resilient applications.
- Manage Kafka-based event-driven architectures, including event streaming, topic configuration, and Spring Boot integration with Kafka.
- Create custom Kafka producers and consumers using Java and Spring Boot for reliable message processing and handling.
- Support and enhance Kafka implementations using Confluent Cloud where applicable.
- Implement and maintain data management solutions using MyBatis, JDBC, and SQL.
- Deploy applications on Tomcat while ensuring high availability, performance, and maintainability.
- Use Maven for dependency management and Docker for application containerization.
- Support container orchestration and application scaling using Docker and Kubernetes.
- Follow test-driven development practices to improve code quality and long-term maintainability.
- Develop CI pipelines using GitLab CI and support deployments using Helm where applicable.
Required Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in backend development with Java, Kafka, Spring WebFlux, and GraphQL.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of reactive programming concepts and their application in Spring WebFlux.
- Proven experience designing and implementing GraphQL APIs.
- Experience with Spring Boot 2.7 or higher and Spring Security 5.x preferred.
- Understanding of OAuth and JWT is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
We are seeking a skilled PL/SQL Developer to join our team in the Columbus, Ohio area. This is a hybrid position requiring a combination of onsite and remote work. Please note that this role is not open to C2C, third-party vendors, or visa sponsorship.
Design, develop, and test complex database programs using PL/SQL.
Analyze, inspect, and document existing functionality within packages, functions, and procedures.
Ensure database programs meet current coding standards and best practices.
Perform SQL and application performance tuning to optimize system efficiency.
Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and resolve production problems.
Create and maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and actively participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies.
3–5 years of experience in an application development environment.
Strong proficiency in PL/SQL and Oracle database technologies.
Experience across the full software development life cycle, including analysis, design, testing, deployment, and support.
Familiarity with GitLab and SVN version control systems.
Working knowledge of Oracle Forms (preferred), Pro*C, shell scripting (basic), and tools such as SQL Developer or TOAD.
Introductory knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in team environments.
Hybrid work model based in the Columbus, OH area.
Collaborative, team-oriented Agile environment.
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
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