Junior Backend Developer
Company: Jobs via Dice
Location: Boston, MA
Type: Full-time
Level: Junior
Posted: 2026-02-05
About this role
JOB TITLE:
Junior Backend Developer
JOB LOCATION:
Remote
WAGE RANGE\*:
$35-38/hr.
JOB NUMBER:
26-00182
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated Junior Backend Engineer to support the development and maintenance of scalable backend services and data-driven applications. In this role, you will work closely with senior engineers to design, build, test, and optimize RESTful APIs and backend components while contributing to data processing workflows using Databricks and SQL/Python. You will gain hands-on experience in microservices architecture, cloud environments, and modern DevOps practices while helping troubleshoot production issues and improve system performance. This position is ideal for early-career engineers looking to strengthen their expertise in Java, Python, data processing, and cloud-based backend development within an Agile team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Backend Development & API Engineering
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
Data Processing & Database Management
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
Cloud, DevOps & Team Collaboration
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
Required Skills:
1-3 years of backend development experience
Hands-on experience with Java (Spring Boot, RESTful...