An exciting opportunity is available for a Principal Backend Engineer to join a leading company in the construction planning and analytics space. This is a full-time role with a remote/hybrid setup, offering the chance to work on complex, cloud-based web applications designed to support thousands of users. The technology stack includes Java, Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, Firebase RTDB, Snowflake, Docker, Mesos, and GCP. This role offers the chance to work on highly scalable, database-centric applications, improving real-time data processing and system performance. You will be responsible for designing and implementing microservices and distributed systems that power mission-critical applications. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, Agile environment where backend engineers take full ownership of databases and system architecture, this is the role for you! Required Skills & Experience

12+ years of backend development experience

Expertise in Java, Spring Boot

Strong experience with PostgreSQL, schema design, and writing complex queries

Knowledge of Firebase RTDB, MongoDB, Snowflake

Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems

Proficiency with Docker, Mesos, and Kubernetes

Experience with GCP or other cloud platforms

Familiarity with asynchronous messaging and multi-threaded systems

Desired Skills & Experience

Experience with message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

Strong Linux background

Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

Experience working with small, cross-functional teams

What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown:

50% Java & Spring Boot Development

25% Database Management & Optimization

25% Cloud & Microservices Architecture

Daily Responsibilities:

70% Hands-on Development & System Design

20% Collaboration with Engineering & Product Teams

10% Technical Documentation & Code Reviews

The Offer

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

Remote flexibility with optional onsite collaboration

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge backend and cloud technologies

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

PTO & Vacation Time

401(k) Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.