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Sr. Java Backend Developer

FreshDirect · Woodbridge, NJ

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Brief Description About Us At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s homes – faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else. We are not just a food company – we are a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building the most innovative end-to-end food supply chain in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care. We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest-quality ingredients, then use smart data, automation, and logistics to get them to our customers’ doors at peak freshness. It’s grocery shopping reimagined — and we’re just getting started. If you’re passionate about innovation, care about what people eat, and want to be part of a team doing what no one else is doing, come build the future of food with us. What You’ll Do As a Senior Backend Developer (Java) , you’ll help design, develop, and scale backend systems that power FreshDirect’s e-commerce and logistics platforms. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver performant, reliable, and secure solutions that enhance the customer experience. Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices. Build and optimize backend systems using Java, Kotlin, and Spring Boot. Work on system architecture, caching, and performance optimization. Develop and maintain services integrated with GraphQL, JPA, JMS, and ActiveMQ. Deploy and manage containerized applications in Docker and Kubernetes environments. Implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions. Write and optimize queries for Oracle 12c+, SQL, and PL/SQL databases. Monitor and tune performance using APM tools such as Dynatrace, AppDynamics, or New Relic. Ensure compliance with modern security standards and best practices. Collaborate with team members across New Jersey and Istanbul to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. What You’ll Bring 3+ years of professional backend development experience. Strong proficiency in Java, J2EE, and RESTful API development. Experience with Kotlin, GraphQL, and Spring/Spring Boot. Familiarity with caching frameworks such as Redis or Ehcache. Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux/Solaris. Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitHub Actions. Expertise in relational databases and query optimization (Oracle 12c+, SQL, PL/SQL). Familiarity with APM tools (Dynatrace, AppDynamics, or New Relic). Excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. Bonus Points For: Experience in e-commerce or high-transaction systems. Familiarity with AWS or GCP cloud environments. Knowledge of front-end fundamentals (HTML, JavaScript, CSS) or frameworks (React, Node.js, Ember). Experience with PCI compliance and modern security standards. Exposure to data science or machine learning. What We Offer Total Rewards & Benefits Salary $130,000-$155,000 Competitive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits. PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and voluntary Disability coverage. 401(k) with employer match. On-site amenities including gym, cafeteria, parking, and shuttle services. Professional development programs, tuition assistance, and mentorship opportunities.
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