Java Backend Engineer

Role Description

We are seeking a skilled Java Backend Engineer to design and build high-performance, scalable systems. In this role, you will develop and maintain low-latency, high-availability backend services, with a strong focus on RESTful API design and system reliability. You will play a key role in troubleshooting production issues, enhancing existing codebases, and ensuring optimal application performance.

Key Responsibilities & Impact

• Design and develop high-volume, low-latency applications for mission-critical systems and deliver high-availability and performance.
• Design REST-based backend services.
• Debug production issues and help maintain existing code.
• Development of technical specifications and documentation.
• Participate in on-call rotations.
• Work with Bots & Automation team in building next-generation bot runtime platform.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience building successful production software systems.
• Solid understanding of Data Structures and Algorithm Design.
• Strong programming skills in Java Spring Boot with good knowledge of multi-threading.
• Expert-level knowledge of Databases (SQL, NoSQL) like Cassandra, MySQL.
• Experience with Data Processing tools like Kafka, Airflow, Apache Spark, Hadoop.
• Experience building REST APIs & debugging distributed microservice-based applications.
• Experience with Git, Jenkins, and other Development tools.
• Experience integrating with third-party APIs.
• Experience in Kubernetes.
• Experience with NodeJS & Python is a plus but not necessary.
• Experience with GCP and AWS is a plus.

Requirements

• The salary range for this role will be between $150,000 - $170,000 USD. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors, including, but not limited to your location, skills, experience, education, and/or professional certifications.

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive plans to support your health needs.
• Wellness Resources: Access to wellbeing resources and programs including our EAP plan.
• Health & Mental Support: Access a confidential and free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing professional counseling.
• Financial Security & Growth
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: To help you plan for your financial future by offering both the plan and a 4% employer match (100% match on the first 3% contribution and 50% match on the next 2% contribution).
• HSA & FSA Plans: To help you plan for health-related expenses on a pre-tax basis.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP): Participate and receive a discount on company shares, allowing you to directly share in LivePerson's success and growth.
• Additional Insurances: Basic and supplemental life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance coverage, legal plan, identity theft protection plan, and critical illness supplemental insurance.
• Development: Access to internal professional development resources.
• ‍‍‍ Time Away & Family Support
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO): Discretionary PTO package for flexible days off with manager approval.
• Paid Public Holidays.
• Generous Parental Leave Policy: Including maternity/paternity support and fertility services.
• Workplace Flexibility
• Remote-First Model: This role is fully remote (#LI-Remote), offering excellent work-life balance and flexibility. We also maintain dedicated WeWork space for those who wish to meet colleagues or collaborate in person.