Red Oak Technologies · 23 hours ago
Java Performance Engineer
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$60/hr - $70/hr
5+ years expRed Oak Technologies is seeking a Java Performance Engineer to build and operate highly scalable backend services for critical platforms. The role involves designing, developing, and optimizing high-throughput microservices while managing cloud infrastructure on AWS and implementing robust CI/CD pipelines.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize high-throughput, zero-downtime microservices using Java, SpringBoot, Redis, MongoDB, and Kafka
Drive the full lifecycle of applications from design to deployment, focusing on high availability, performance tuning (JVM, memory profiling), and robust testing (JUnit, TestNG)
Architect and manage cloud infrastructure on AWS, including EKS cluster management, Docker containerization, and Helm chart deployments
Implement and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, Maven, and Git, ensuring seamless and automated deployments
Configure and optimize Nginx for load balancing and traffic management, ensuring high performance and reliability
Leverage Splunk for comprehensive monitoring, logging, and proactive troubleshooting across the entire system stack
Utilize AI tools like RooCode and Claude to enhance development and operational efficiency
Apply sharp troubleshooting skills and real-world deployment experience to ensure system reliability and performance
Qualification
Required
5+ years of professional Java development experience, including 3+ years with MongoDB
Hands-on experience with AI tools such as RooCode and Claude
Proven expertise in designing and developing highly available, distributed, and scalable enterprise systems
Strong command of Springboot, Redis, Kafka, and Microservices architecture
Extensive experience with AWS deployments, EKS cluster management, Kubernetes, Docker, and Helm charts
Proficiency in CI/CD practices, including Jenkins, Maven builds, Git, and PR workflows
Deep understanding of Nginx, Load Balancing, HTTP specifications, and CDN
Experience with performance tuning (JVM, memory profiling, heap analysis) and automated testing frameworks (JUnit, TestNG)
Familiarity with template-driven rendering, client/server MVC architectures, and Splunk for system monitoring
Solid grasp of the Software Development Lifecycle, Agile methodologies, and sharp troubleshooting skills
Self-starter with strong leadership capabilities and excellent communication skills (written and verbal) for technical and non-technical teams
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
Preferred
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
AWS certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer)
Experience with other monitoring/alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana)
Familiarity with security best practices in cloud and application development
Company
Red Oak Technologies
Red Oak Technologies is a staffing and recruiting company offering IT, marketing, and finance recruitment services.
501-1000 employees
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