[Remote] Junior Backend Engineer

🌍 Remote, USA 🚀 Full-time 🕐 Posted Recently

Job Description

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cloud and Things is focused on transforming the public sector's IT environment by solving complex IT challenges. They are seeking a Junior Backend Engineer to support the development and maintenance of scalable backend services and data-driven applications, working closely with senior engineers to optimize RESTful APIs and backend components.

Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services using Java (Spring Boot) and Python
Contribute to microservices architecture, testing, debugging, and performance optimization
Troubleshoot backend and API issues in development and production environments
Build and support data processing workflows using Databricks notebooks (SQL / Python)
Write, optimize, and maintain complex PostgreSQL queries and data models
Diagnose and resolve data-related issues to ensure accuracy and performance
Work within Azure or AWS cloud environments and follow CI/CD best practices
Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with senior engineers on design and delivery
Communicate effectively to support cross-functional problem solving and production support

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business, or related field
1 – 3 years of backend development experience
1 – 3 years of hands-on experience with Java (Spring Boot, RESTful microservices) and Python for backend and data-processing use cases
1 – 3 years of experience working with Databricks notebooks for data analysis or processing
Strong PostgreSQL / SQL skills
Familiarity with Angular or other modern UI frameworks
Exposure to Azure or AWS cloud environments
Familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps practices
Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Cloud and Things is an experienced State and Local Government IT consulting firms. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in Troy, Michigan, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://cloudandthings.com/.

Cloud and Things has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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