Job Title: Java Developer (Mid-Level)

Location: New York, NY (Remote)

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager

About Leoforce

Leoforce is the innovative company behind Arya and Ira—the AI-powered recruiting technology that revolutionizes talent discovery and engagement. Arya combines advanced AI and Talent Intelligence to help recruiters find highly compatible candidates, reducing time-to-hire and ensuring success for every role.

At Leoforce, we are passionate about empowering recruiters and job seekers with responsible AI that delivers unbiased, data-driven results. We believe in fostering a workplace built on respect, integrity, and the freedom to innovate.

Why Join Us?

- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional and personal advancement in a rapidly evolving industry.

- Cutting-Edge Technology: Be part of a team working on revolutionary AI solutions that redefine talent acquisition.

- Collaborative Environment: A culture that values diversity, creativity, and high performance.

- Employee Empowerment: Freedom to innovate and make a difference while being supported by a team that values respect and integrity.

Role Overview

We are seeking a mid-level Java Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable backend services that power our AI-driven recruiting platform. You will work in a fully remote environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

- Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.

- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and data scientists to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

- Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices and design patterns.

- Participate in code reviews, ensuring code quality and knowledge sharing.

- Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.

- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in a timely manner.

- Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and standards.

Required Skills & Experience

- 3–6 years of professional experience in Java development.

- Strong proficiency in Java 8+ and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Data, Spring Security).

- Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices.

- Solid understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms.

- Hands-on experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and ORM frameworks (JPA/Hibernate).

- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

- Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Effective communication skills and ability to work in a distributed team.

Preferred Skills

- Experience with event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ).

- Exposure to front-end technologies (React, TypeScript) is a plus.

- Knowledge of security best practices and performance tuning.

- Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Education

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Benefits & Perks

- 100% remote work with flexible hours.

- Competitive salary and equity packages.

- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

- 401(k) with company match.

- Generous PTO and paid holidays.

- Annual professional development stipend.

- Home office setup allowance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Leoforce is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.