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VetsEZ

Senior Backend Engineer

VetsEZ

. Design and develop backend services, APIs, and enterprise integration components supporting mission-critical healthcare applications .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend engineering, API development, and enterprise integration within healthcare applications, with a strong focus on security, performance, and Agile methodologies. Proven ability to lead technical teams, mentor junior engineers, and optimize system integrations for operational stability.

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Java DevelopmentSpring Boot FrameworkRESTful API DevelopmentSQL Database DesignAgile Software Delivery

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Hard Skills
Backend EngineeringEnterprise Application DevelopmentService-Oriented ArchitectureMicroservices ArchitectureData ProcessingError HandlingCode ReviewTroubleshootingRoot Cause AnalysisTechnical Documentation
Soft Skills
MentoringAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaborationLeadership
Tools & Technologies
CI/CD PipelinesGitAWS Cloud ServicesContainerized DeploymentsInterSystems IRIS
Certifications & Qualifications
Cloud CertificationsAgile CertificationsSoftware Development Certifications
Industry Keywords
Healthcare ApplicationsFederal Healthcare ProgramsDepartment of Veterans AffairsHealthcare InteroperabilityEnterprise Security Best Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSCloudJavaMicroservicesSpringSpring BootSpringBootSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design and develop backend services, APIs, and enterprise integration components supporting mission-critical healthcare applications
  • Lead technical implementation activities involving service-layer business logic, data processing, error handling, and system integrations
  • Collaborate with architects and technical leadership to align solution development with platform standards, roadmap priorities, and non-functional requirements
  • Perform code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and promote best practices for maintainability, reliability, security, and performance
  • Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, defect remediation, and production support activities across multiple environments
  • Optimize backend application performance, monitoring, logging, and observability capabilities to improve operational stability
  • Contribute to technical design reviews, estimation efforts, release planning, and technical documentation activities
  • Partner with QA and DevSecOps teams to improve testability, deployment readiness, and operational resilience
  • Identify opportunities for code refactoring, reusable component development, and technical debt reduction initiatives
  • Support Agile delivery processes and contribute to sprint, increment, and release commitments across cross-functional teams
  • Contribute to various projects and initiatives as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in backend engineering, enterprise application development, or software engineering roles
  • Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, RESTful API development, and service-oriented or microservices architectures
  • Experience with SQL, relational database design, and backend data integration patterns
  • Strong understanding of authentication, authorization, secure application development, and enterprise security best practices
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git-based development workflows, and production support operations
  • Proven ability to lead technical implementation efforts and mentor less-experienced developers within Agile teams
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, system design, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working within Agile software delivery environments and collaborating across cross-functional technical teams
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Government clearance
  • Experience supporting federal healthcare programs, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) initiatives, or regulated technology delivery environments preferred
  • Familiarity with InterSystems IRIS, FHIR APIs, healthcare interoperability workflows, or healthcare integration platforms is a plus
  • Experience with containerized deployments, AWS cloud services, or platform modernization initiatives is desirable
  • Relevant cloud, Agile, or software development certifications are a plus
  • Experience supporting high-availability or high-volume enterprise systems preferred
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • All selected candidates must successfully complete a background check
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Government/Public Trust clearance, including required fingerprinting, when required for the position
  • Sponsorship is not offered

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • 401k with Employer Match
  • PTO + Federal Holidays
  • Corporate Laptop
  • Training Opportunities
  • Remote Opportunity