Senior Java Backend Engineer

Job summary

Architect and scale core Java backend services while supporting client-side JavaScript integrations. Manage healthcare interoperability through EMR integrations and maintain secure, well-documented APIs.

Job details

JOB OVERVIEW Praia is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to take on a high-impact role with significant autonomy. In this role, you will establish deep, end-to-end architectural ownership of our platform, primarily driving high-performance Java backend services (80–90% of the focus) while supporting client-side integrations and platform needs in JavaScript (10–20%). This senior-level scope pairs you closely with engineering leadership to deliver resilient software at a steady, well-defined pace. You will ensure the delivery of secure, well-documented APIs used by internal teams and external health system partners. If you thrive on building scalable distributed services, collaborating on light front-end touchpoints, and tackling complex enterprise integrations, we want to hear from you. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Backend & System Design: Architect, build, and scale core Java backend services powering Praia's consumer experience and platform ecosystem. * Client-Side Platform Support: Collaborate on the frontend by developing and maintaining JavaScript components, UI workflows, and client-side integration hooks (10–20% of scope). * Healthcare Interoperability: Build and operate enterprise integration services for EMRs (Epic/MyChart and others) utilizing HL7 FHIR APIs and modern interoperability patterns. * Data Pipelines & Analytics (Nice to Have): Leverage Databricks and Apache Spark to build or support data pipelines, workflows, and analytical workloads when integration needs arise. * Security & API Excellence: Develop and maintain secure REST/event-driven APIs featuring robust authentication/authorization (OAuth2/OIDC), auditing, and least-privilege controls. Author clear developer documentation, OpenAPI specs, and runbooks. * DevOps & Operational Reliability: Champion a modern DevOps mindset by owning CI/CD pipelines, automated testing (unit/integration/E2E), infrastructure-as-code, structured logging, and incident response. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner directly with Product, Design, and partner-facing teams to translate technical requirements into robust, frictionless solutions. QUALIFICATIONS * Experience: 6+ years of experience building and operating production software, with demonstrated senior-level scope and clear ownership of distributed, high-throughput systems. * Backend Expertise: Expert-level software development skills in Java and the modern Java ecosystem (Quarkus or Spring Boot, concurrency, microservices). * Client-Side Capabilities: Strong working knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern client-side architectures, comfortable owning light frontend integrations and UI-facing platform touchpoints. * Healthcare / Regulated Domain: Practical experience integrating with EMR/EHR systems and healthcare interoperability standards (FHIR, HL7, SMART on FHIR); equivalent background in heavily regulated sectors like FinTech is also valued. * Data Engineering (Plus): Prior exposure to or hands-on experience with Databricks, Apache Spark, or distributed data processing is a plus, but not required. * Cloud & Infrastructure: Experience delivering cloud-native services (AWS, Azure, or GCP), container orchestration (Kubernetes/Docker), and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform). * Security Focus: Deep understanding of OAuth2, OIDC, mTLS, JWT, secrets management, and secure SDLC practices. * Observability: Hands-on experience with modern observability tooling (metrics, distributed tracing, APM, log aggregation) and operational triage. * Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to write crisp technical design documents and articulate architecture trade-offs. * Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. * For consideration you must name your resume delete_me.pdf or you will be screened out.. LOCATION & WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS Geographic Restriction: Candidates must permanently reside in either the United States or Canada; no other locations will be considered at this time. Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States or Canada on a full-time basis. The company does not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) at this time. Benefits Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. Full medical, dental, and vision benefits. Company paid life insurance, company paid short-term & long-term disability. 401K or RRSP savings plans with company matching. A supportive and inclusive work environment. Employee wellness programs and resources. Flexible PTO. The pay range for this role is 120,000 - 160,000 USD per year (Remote United States)

What you’ll do

Architect and scale core Java backend services while supporting client-side JavaScript integrations. Manage healthcare interoperability through EMR integrations and maintain secure, well-documented APIs.

Requirements

Requires 6+ years of experience in production software development with expertise in Java and modern backend ecosystems. Candidates must have a background in distributed systems and experience with healthcare interoperability standards or regulated domains.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonuses
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• 401k
• RRSP
• Company matching
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Employee wellness programs
• Flexible PTO

Listed skills

• Microsoft Azure · Preferred
• Kubernetes · Preferred
• Docker · Preferred
• JavaScript · Preferred
• TypeScript · Preferred
• Amazon Web Services · Preferred
• Java · Preferred
• Google Cloud · Preferred
• Spring Boot · Preferred
• Terraform · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Java
• Spring Boot
• Quarkus
• JavaScript
• TypeScript
• FHIR
• HL7
• AWS
• Azure
• GCP
• Kubernetes
• Docker
• Terraform
• OAuth2
• OIDC
• Distributed systems
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Cloud-Native Computing
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Pipelines
• Financial Technology (FinTech)
• CI/CD
• Observability
• Workflow Management
• JSON Web Token (JWT)
• Enterprise Integration
• Technical Requirements
• Resilience
• Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR)
• Technical Design
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Java (Programming Language)
• JavaScript (Programming Language)
• Application Programming Interface (API)
• Amazon Web Services
• Software Development
• Auditing
• Authentications
• Test Automation
• Microsoft Azure
• Management
• Medical Records
• Communication
• Computer Science
• Data Engineering
• DevOps
• Distributed Data Store
• Incident Response
• Electronic Medical Record
• Epic Mychart

Job areas

• Technology
• Software
• Healthcare
• Engineering
• Data & Analytics
• Java Back End Engineer
• Back End Developer / Engineer
• Web and Multimedia Developers
• Web Developers

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