Microservices Engineer - Java, Spring / Boot, AWS

Overview

Microservices Engineer - Java, Spring / Boot, AWS | Remote | Contract

Reference ID: JN - | Date Posted: 08/20/2025

Pay: $75 - $80/hr W2

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Responsibilities

• Build scalable, high-volume services and REST-based web services following a microservice architecture.
• Design, develop and deliver software on progressive and growing platforms, primarily using AWS, Java, and Spring Boot.
• Develop one-off applications using AWS, Lambda and NodeJS.
• Develop using databases (e.g., DynamoDB, MySQL).
• Deploy Java-based applications on AWS EKS clusters.
• Closely partner with other Software Engineers and Software Quality Engineers and engage in team efforts.
• Work with architecture and engineering teams to produce high-quality technology solutions.
• Work in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Experience Requirements

• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure and AWS services such as Lambda, SQS, SNS, Kinesis, S3, DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, API Gateway, CloudFormation. Experience deploying Java-based applications on AWS EKS clusters.
• Hands-on experience with NoSQL and relational databases.
• Proficient at dealing with support requests and troubleshooting.
• Experience with monitoring tools like Splunk, Datadog.
• Hands-on experience building low-latency and high-throughput transactional services with CI and automation testing.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.

Additional Information

This is a remote, contract role. Our client is a major Streaming / Entertainment company.

Note: The pay range provided reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that could result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees regularly scheduled to work 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life and disability insurance, and other benefits as applicable by state/local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Referral program: If we hire a candidate you refer, you may be eligible for a $1,000 referral bonus.