[Remote] Junior Backend Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cloud and Things is focused on transforming the public sector's IT environment by solving complex IT challenges. They are seeking a Junior Backend Engineer to support the development and maintenance of scalable backend services and data-driven applications, working closely with senior engineers to optimize RESTful APIs and backend components. Responsibilities • Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services using Java (Spring Boot) and Python • Contribute to microservices architecture, testing, debugging, and performance optimization • Troubleshoot backend and API issues in development and production environments • Build and support data processing workflows using Databricks notebooks (SQL / Python) • Write, optimize, and maintain complex PostgreSQL queries and data models • Diagnose and resolve data-related issues to ensure accuracy and performance • Work within Azure or AWS cloud environments and follow CI/CD best practices • Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with senior engineers on design and delivery • Communicate effectively to support cross-functional problem solving and production support Skills • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business, or related field • 1 – 3 years of backend development experience • 1 – 3 years of hands-on experience with Java (Spring Boot, RESTful microservices) and Python for backend and data-processing use cases • 1 – 3 years of experience working with Databricks notebooks for data analysis or processing • Strong PostgreSQL / SQL skills • Familiarity with Angular or other modern UI frameworks • Exposure to Azure or AWS cloud environments • Familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps practices • Strong problem-solving and communication skills Company Overview • Cloud and Things is an experienced State and Local Government IT consulting firms. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in Troy, Michigan, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://cloudandthings.com/. Company H1B Sponsorship • Cloud and Things has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job