Backend Java Developer Jobs

Backend Java Developer jobs are open across fintech, healthtech, e-commerce, and enterprise software, from junior to principal and staff engineer levels, with specializations in microservices, distributed systems, and Spring ecosystem development. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles146+
Top stateVirginia
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top cityMcLean, VA
Work type46% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Capgemini
Senior Full Stack Developer (Java Backend + Angular + AI - Assisted Development)
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Capgemini
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Senior Full Stack Developer (Java Backend + Angular + AI - Assisted Development)
Capgemini
New York, New York
Cloud Architecture
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$34.67 - $54.18/hr
10,000+

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Cognizant
Senior Java Backend Engineer (Remote)
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Cognizant
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Senior Java Backend Engineer (Remote)
Cognizant
Sunnyvale, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
$60k - $117k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Cognizant
Java Backend Developer
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Cognizant
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Java Backend Developer
Cognizant
New York, New York
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
$55k - $92k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Quest Global
Java Back end Engineer
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Quest Global
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Java Back end Engineer
Quest Global
Sunnyvale, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
$100k - $115k/yr
On-Site
10,000+

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CACI International
Backend Developer (Java, C/C++)
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CACI International
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Backend Developer (Java, C/C++)
CACI International
Norfolk, Virginia
Data Engineering
Data Science
Database Administration (DBA)
$115k - $252k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Backend Java Developer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase13
  • Cognizant
    Cognizant10
  • Citi
    Citi8
  • Capital One
    Capital One8
  • Infosys
    Infosys6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software28
  • Banking & Financial Services11
  • Investment & Asset Management10
  • Fintech4
  • Construction & Real Estate4

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in backend java developer jobs.

  • Proficiency in Java 11 or later with strong object-oriented design principles
  • Experience with Spring Boot and RESTful API development
  • Familiarity with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL and SQL query optimization
  • Experience with microservices architecture and containerization using Docker or Kubernetes
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and version control using Git
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Tips for Your Backend Java Developer Job Search

Tailor your resume to the stack

Generic Java resumes get filtered out fast. List the specific frameworks your target employer uses, whether that's Spring Boot, Quarkus, or Micronaut, and quantify the scale of systems you've built, such as request volume or data throughput, not just the tools you touched.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists backend java developer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight distributed systems experience explicitly

Many backend java developer listings screen for Kafka, gRPC, or event-driven architecture experience but bury it in requirements. If you have it, surface it in your resume summary and a dedicated skills section so automated screening tools catch it before a recruiter does.

Target your GitHub to the job description

Before applying, pin repositories that match the role's domain, a REST API project for product companies, a batch-processing repo for fintech. Reviewers check GitHub quickly and a mismatch between your resume claims and your public code raises doubts.

Prepare for system design at every level

Backend java developer interviews consistently include a system design round regardless of seniority. Practice designing components you've actually built, a payment processor, a notification service, an auth layer, because interviewers will probe for depth and you'll answer more fluently from real experience.

Negotiate around total compensation, not base

Backend java developer offers often include equity, signing bonuses, and performance review cycles that significantly affect total value. Get the full offer in writing before negotiating, then anchor to the component with the most room to move, which is usually equity vesting or signing bonus, not base.

Backend Java Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most backend java developers?

The companies hiring the most backend java developers right now include JPMorganChase, Cognizant, and Citi, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is concentrated at large financial institutions, cloud platform providers, and enterprise software companies.

How many backend java developer jobs are remote?

About 54% of backend java developer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, making it one of the more flexible engineering roles. Positions focused on microservices and API development tend to be the most remote-friendly, while roles requiring on-site infrastructure access or regulated-environment compliance are more often in-person.

How do you become a backend java developer?

Start by building a solid foundation in Java fundamentals, then move into Spring Boot and RESTful API development through projects you can show employers. Learn SQL and at least one NoSQL database, then add Docker and basic cloud deployment to your skill set. Build a portfolio of backend projects on GitHub, contribute to open-source Java repositories if possible, and apply to junior or associate roles to gain production experience.

How do you get hired as a backend java developer with little or no experience?

Focus on shipping a complete backend project end to end, an API with authentication, a database layer, and a deployment pipeline, rather than collecting certifications. Target companies that hire associate or entry-level engineers and look for postings that mention mentorship or a structured onboarding program. Demonstrating that you can build and deploy something real consistently outperforms a resume heavy on coursework but light on shipped code.

What does the backend java developer interview process look like?

Most backend java developer interview loops include an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone screen covering Java fundamentals and data structures, one or two coding rounds using platforms that test algorithms in Java, and a system design round where you architect a service or component. Final rounds typically include a behavioral interview and occasionally a take-home or live coding exercise focused on a domain problem relevant to the company's product.

Where can I find and apply to backend java developer jobs?

You can find and apply to backend java developer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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