Backend Developer III

1 Day ago • 5 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

Onward Search is looking for a Backend Developer III for a global technology company. This is a 7-12 month contract opportunity, fully remote and working in the Eastern Time zone. The responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining backend services in a Java-based environment, implementing cloud-native applications, delivering scalable systems, improving code quality, mentoring developers, and collaborating with teams using Agile methodologies. The job offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401k program, commuter benefits, eLearning, education reimbursement, and ongoing training and development.
Must have:
  • 5+ years of Java/Scala development experience
  • Experience with cloud environments (GCP, AWS, or Azure)
  • Strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms
  • Experience building and supporting Linux applications
  • Familiarity with Agile, TDD, CI/CD practices
  • Coaching experience and passion for team improvement
Perks:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k Program
  • Commuter Benefit
  • eLearning
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Ongoing Training & Development

Job Details

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Backend Developer III for a global technology company known for its innovation in music and audio streaming. Join a forward-thinking, diverse team in a workplace that values inclusion, autonomy, and continuous learning.

You’ll join the Messaging Platform & Tooling team to support backend development initiatives during a team member’s parental leave. This is a 7-12 month contract opportunity. The role is fully remote, working Eastern Time zone.

Backend Developer III Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend services in a Java-based environment

  • Implement solutions for cloud-native applications on GCP, AWS, or Azure

  • Deliver scalable, distributed systems with strong operational stability

  • Contribute to code quality and performance improvements using metrics and monitoring tools

  • Mentor and coach other developers in technical and leadership growth

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with teams using Agile methodologies

Backend Developer III Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience with Java/Scala development

  • Proven experience with cloud environments (GCP, AWS, or Azure)

  • Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and concurrency

  • Experience building and supporting Linux-based applications

  • Familiarity with Agile, TDD, CI/CD, and observability best practices

  • Coaching experience and passion for team improvement

  • Ability to design pragmatic, cost-efficient technical solutions

Perks & Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • 401k Program

  • Commuter Benefit

  • eLearning

  • Education Reimbursement

  • Ongoing Training & Development

*To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

To learn more about this Backend Developer III opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will guide you through the process and advocate on your behalf.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at InclusiveHiring@OnwardSearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at InclusiveHiring@OnwardSearch.com.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

Job Seeker Scam Alert

We’ve become aware of fraudulent recruiters impersonating Onward Search representatives to collect personal or financial information from potential job seekers. Please be vigilant and always protect your information. Learn more about potential threats and how to protect yourself by visiting our job seeker scam alert page.

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Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. Onward Search provides staffing and talent solutions for creative, marketing, and technology professionals. They offer services such as creative staffing, digital accessibility solutions, and sales and growth marketing solutions. Onward Search helps professionals find jobs and helps companies find talent.

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