We’re looking for a seasoned Java Developer to help build and modernize core backend services for a fast-paced enterprise platform. This hybrid role is based in Menlo Park, CA, and offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful product development, technical design, and scalable system solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance backend services and platform components for a high-visibility business unit.
• Participate in technical design discussions, whiteboarding sessions, and solution reviews with engineering peers.
• Build and support microservices that are reliable, scalable, and maintainable.
• Write clean, high-quality code and contribute to unit testing and code quality improvements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional team members in a fast-moving agile environment.
• Help define interfaces and data exchange between modules and services.
• Support performance tuning, optimization, and best practices for highly distributed applications.
• Contribute to release and deployment processes as part of ongoing delivery efforts.

Skills

• 7+ years of professional experience in software development, or equivalent experience with an advanced degree.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring Framework.
• Experience developing microservices-based applications.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented design, software design patterns, and coding principles.
• Experience working with relational databases such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Sybase.
• Ability to design and build scalable, highly available distributed systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical ideas clearly.
• Experience working in agile software development environments.

Preferred Skills

• Python scripting experience.
• Experience with cloud platforms and native services, especially AWS or Azure.
• Hands-on knowledge of containers, Kubernetes, and service mesh technologies.
• Experience building cloud-based software using open source frameworks and tools.
• Background in performance analysis and application optimization.
• Strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
• Ability to work effectively with global teams and adapt to changing priorities.
• Comfort engaging with technical and business stakeholders in a collaborative setting.

Horizontal is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are valued. We believe equity and belonging strengthen our teams and help us do our best work together.