Summary: Seeking a Senior Java Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend systems and APIs within modern, cloud-based architectures. Highlights: 1. Design and develop scalable backend services using Java and Spring 2. Collaborate on architectural decisions and mentor junior engineers 3. Contribute to robust, distributed applications and CI/CD processes **WHAT WE DO** Founded in 2007, Growth Acceleration Partners (GAP) is a consulting and technology services company. We consult, design, build and modernize revenue\-generating software and data engineering solutions for clients. With modernization services and AI tools, we help businesses achieve a competitive advantage through technology. GAP’s remote, integrated engineering teams use end\-to\-end solutions to innovate and align with your business goals. We have 600\+ English\-speaking engineers based in Latin America and approximately 20 U.S.\-based engineers. With some of the highest customer satisfaction scores in the industry, GAP’s focus is customer and employee success. GAP is a woman\-owned company headquartered in Austin Texas. We are a values\-based company focused on growing our people by investing in education, onsite English classes and training in the latest technologies, including AI, data analytics and machine learning. Our goal is to provide solutions for our customers that help them achieve critical business outcomes, while enabling our GAPSters and our communities to attain long\-term success. **Summary** We are looking for a Senior Java Software Engineer to design and build scalable, high\-performance backend systems as part of modern, cloud\-based architectures. In this role, you will contribute to the development of robust, distributed applications, working across backend services, APIs, and integrations. As a senior engineer, you are expected to bring strong technical judgment, actively contribute to architectural decisions, and support best practices across the development lifecycle. You will collaborate with cross\-functional teams to deliver high\-quality solutions while ensuring performance, scalability, and maintainability. Additionally, you will play a key role in mentoring other engineers and driving continuous improvement within the team. ##### **Education** * Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field. ##### **Professional Experience** * 5\+ years of experience building software applications * 3\+ years of hands\-on experience working with Java (Java 8\+) * Experience developing backend systems and scalable APIs * Experience working in agile environments with cross\-functional teams ##### **Soft Skills** * Intermediate English proficiency, both written and spoken. * Strong communication and collaboration skills * Problem\-solving mindset with attention to detail * Ability to mentor and guide other engineers * Strong ownership and accountability * Comfortable working in fast\-paced, distributed teams ##### **Required Skills** * Backend Development: Java (Java 8\+), Spring / Spring Boot * APIs \& Architecture: REST APIs, microservices, service\-oriented architecture * Databases: SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar) * Version Control: Git (GitHub, GitLab, or similar) * Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP * Containers \& DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) * Testing: Unit testing and quality assurance practices ##### **Key Responsibilities** * Design and develop scalable backend services using Java and Spring\-based frameworks * Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architectures * Ensure application performance, scalability, and reliability across environments * Collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams to deliver high\-quality solutions * Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing systems * Contribute to technical design decisions and architecture discussions * Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices * Support CI/CD processes and participate in deployment workflows *At Growth Acceleration Partners, we're an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We value everyone's unique background, and we provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other personal right protected by law. We foster a culture of belonging and strive to provide a welcoming environment where everyone feels safe to contribute and grow.*