Software Developer II - Backend

Software Developer II - Backend

Electrify America is committed to revolutionizing the way people charge. As the country's largest open DC fast charging network, Electrify America is actively contributing to electrifying mobility today and building a more sustainable future. At Electrify America, we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We strive to establish a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can develop personally and professionally. As a team member at this rapidly growing company, you can work on state-of-the-art technology and join a team making a significant impact in the world. If you're interested in joining a dynamic, innovative company, Electrify America is a place where you can learn, grow, and make a difference!

Brief Role Description Please note: We are not accepting unsolicited resumes or outreach from recruitment agencies for this role. We are looking for a Software Engineer II – Backend who is a solid Java developer, ready to execute independently, keep pace with the team's delivery, and grow quickly. You take ownership of your work, speak up when you're blocked, and see every challenge as an opportunity to get better. You don't wait to be told what to do — you figure it out, ask the right questions, and get things done.

What you'll do

• Own your work end to end: clarify requirements, design the approach, build, test, deploy, and follow through in production
• Build and ship backend features, fixes, and REST APIs for our charging platform
• Work with frontend teammates on features that span the stack
• Write thorough unit and integration tests, and help raise test coverage across the platform
• Keep code quality high and meet the team's quality gates as part of your definition of done
• Review code thoughtfully and grow through the feedback you get
• Raise blockers early and work across teams to keep things moving
• Take part in sprint planning, standups, and retros

Possible Tasks within this Role

What you bring

• 5 years of backend development experience
• Java 17 or 21: strong, hands-on experience with modern features such as records, sealed classes, pattern matching, or virtual threads
• Spring Boot 3+: production experience building services and REST APIs
• Testing: JUnit 5, Mockito, and Spring Boot test slices (@WebMvcTest, @DataJpaTest, @DataMongoTest); you test each layer in isolation and cover edge cases, not just the happy path
• Code quality: SonarQube or similar static analysis tools
• Databases: Postgres and/or MongoDB
• Next.js: working knowledge; comfortable reading, debugging, and making changes in a Next.js codebase
• A strong sense of ownership and curiosity about new domains and tools

How You Work: You execute independently — you break down a task, figure out the approach, and deliver it. You match or beat team velocity consistently; you don't let tickets sit. You are proactive: if something is unclear or you're stuck, you reach out — you don't wait. You take ownership of quality, including test coverage, without being asked. You're a fast learner who treats new technology, domains, or challenges as interesting problems, not obstacles.

Qualification requirements

• 5+ years of backend software development experience
• Proficiency in Java; Spring Boot experience preferred
• Experience with REST API development
• Exposure to databases: Postgres and/or MongoDB
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Nice to Have:

• Experience with OCPP/OCPI or EV charging domain knowledge
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with integration testing frameworks

Work Flexibility: Standard working hours with occasional after-hours support as needed Up to 5–10% domestic travel

Electrify America, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is established within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay for this position will fall within the pay range listed below and is determined based on job-related factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Base salary is localized according to an employee's work location. Ranges are market-dependent and may be modified in the future. The national pay range for this position in most locations is $92,500 - $166,500. There are some locations with a higher range, including the San Francisco Bay Area and New York City, where the range is $132,400 - $238,200. (Note: Full Range) Benefits for this position include: Eligibility for annual performance bonus Healthcare benefits 401(k), with company match Defined contribution retirement program Tuition reimbursement Company lease car program Paid time off