Java API developer

About Ascendion

Ascendion is an AI-native software engineering disruptor helping businesses innovate faster, smarter, and with greater impact. We partner with enterprise clients across North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC to solve complex challenges in data, experience design, software product engineering, and workforce transformation. Powered by expert engineers, thousands of AI agents, and our Engineering to the Power of AI (EngineeringAI) method, we deliver measurable outcomes that build trust, unlock value, and accelerate growth.

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Ascendion | Engineering to elevate life

We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:

• Build the coolest tech 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 leading training programs and hands-on experience

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

Position Details: Job Title: Java Developer Client Domain: Banking Location:             Manhattan, NY or Jersey City, NJ (100% onsite)

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated Java Developer with strong backend expertise in Java. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building scalable microservices, developing cloud-native applications on AWS, and working with relational databases in enterprise environments. Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
• Develop and optimize applications leveraging Aurora PostgreSQL and relational database design principles.
• Deploy, manage, and support cloud-native applications on AWS.
• Utilize ECS and Terraform for container orchestration and infrastructure automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization initiatives.
• Contribute to system design discussions and architectural decisions.

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
• Experience working with relational databases, preferably Aurora PostgreSQL.
• Strong understanding of AWS cloud services.
• Hands-on experience with ECS and Terraform.
• Experience building and supporting distributed applications in production environments.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Kafka or other messaging/event-streaming platforms.
• Exposure to Spring AI and Model Context Protocol (MCP).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.

Technical Stack:

• Backend:  Core Java, Spring Boot, Microservices
• Cloud:  AWS
• Messaging:  Kafka (Preferred)

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $110,000-$140,000 annually.  Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [life insurance] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [paid parking/public transportation].

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