Richfield , Minnesota
|Hybrid, Onsite
|Contract
Richfield, Minnesota
|Hybrid, Onsite
|Contract
Join a dynamic full-stack development team focused on building scalable applications and seamless system integrations. This role offers the opportunity to work across backend and frontend technologies to deliver secure, high-performing solutions that support enterprise initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain scalable microservices and backend services using Java and Spring Boot
- Develop and support RESTful APIs and enterprise integrations with internal systems, third-party platforms, and SaaS tools
- Apply microservices, domain-driven design, and event-driven architecture principles to create resilient solutions
- Build reusable backend components while following coding, security, and architecture standards
- Implement patterns that support high availability, including caching, messaging, load balancing, and service discovery
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth data flow, system interoperability, and reliable delivery
- Write and maintain unit, integration, contract, and end-to-end tests to support software quality
- Troubleshoot production issues and support root cause analysis using logs, monitoring, and tracing tools
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps practices that improve deployment and release processes
- Develop responsive user interfaces and integrate frontend features using React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript
- Partner with product, technical, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into practical technical solutions
Skills
- Strong experience with Java and Spring Boot
- Hands-on background in microservices and distributed systems
- Experience designing and consuming REST APIs
- Knowledge of API gateways, messaging, caching, and resiliency patterns
- Proficiency with React, TypeScript/JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3
- Experience with SQL and/or NoSQL databases
- Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS
- Testing experience with JUnit, Mockito, and related frameworks
- Understanding of CI/CD tools and modern DevOps practices
- Ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Kafka or RabbitMQ
- Familiarity with JPA/Hibernate
- Exposure to Swagger/OpenAPI and SonarQube
- Experience with GitHub Actions or Jenkins
- Knowledge of monitoring, logging, and performance profiling tools
- Background working in enterprise environments with multiple integrated systems
- Ability to contribute to architectural discussions and technical decision-making
Horizontal is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage individuals who are passionate about building great solutions to apply.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $32 - $65 per hour based on qualifications and experience.
Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.
All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.