Freelance Remote Java Backend Developer Jobs in Dallas, TX

This is a remote position requiring full-time availability from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Central Time. Team members are expected to be online, responsive, and on video for meetings. The role also includes 4 onsite weeks annually in Carrollton, Texas. This position is only open to candidates living in Texas, North Carolina, Iowa or Tennessee.

POSITION OVERVIEW 

DC International is seeking a Backend / Operations Developer who thrives in complex, real-world systems and enjoys learning how things work under the hood. This role is not for a single-language or single-platform specialist. Instead, we are looking for a developer with experience across multiple systems and technologies who can confidently step into an existing environment, read and understand unfamiliar code, and make safe, effective improvements. 

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and is eager to contribute proven development experience while continuing to grow within a collaborative team. 

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE 

• Navigate the codebase and documentation well enough to troubleshoot and make changes with minimal guidance

• Deliver small-to-medium enhancements that are stable and well-tested in production 

• Improve existing APIs, services, and SQL with a focus on reliability and maintainability

• Communicate progress clearly and raise risks early

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Application & Backend Development 

• Read, understand, and enhance existing C# and .NET applications 

• Design, implement, and maintain APIs and background services 

• Write and optimize SQL queries, views and stored procedures 

• Develop Microsoft Power Platform solutions including Power Automate 

Integration & Automation 

• Integrate and test with internal and external third-party APIs 

• Build automation workflows that improve operational efficiency

• Use tools like Postman to validate integrations 

DevOps & Code Management 

• Participate in Git-based workflows, pull requests and code reviews 

• Use development tools such as Visual Studio and VS Code effectively 

• Work with CI/CD pipelines to deploy and monitor changes 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 

• 1-3+ years of backend, systems, or operational software development experience (production experience valued more than start-up titles) 

• Proficient in the Microsoft Stack, especially C#, .NET/.NET Core  

• Writes clean, maintainable SQL and database interactions

• API development and integration experience 

• Can join existing systems and confidently enhance them 

• Adaptable and self-directed in learning new tools and contexts

• Hands-on problem solvers and team contributors are valued over niche "100% perfect experience fits" 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Exposure to Microsoft Business Central ERP, Dynamics 365 CRM, and warehouse systems 

• Familiarity with Power BI, Data Warehouse, Microsoft Fabric 

• Production support or operational ownership experience

• Experience building scalable systems with modern patterns 

ABOUT THE COMPANY 

DC International is a vertically integrated ecommerce company and home to two fast-growing direct-to-consumer brands: Coverstore and Leatherology. What does it mean to be a vertically integrated company? It means working alongside a diverse team of creators, marketers, analysts, developers, designers, and innovators. It means overseeing the complete, end-to-end product lifecycle. With our headquarters in Carrollton, Texas and a wholly owned manufacturing facility in Asia, DC International is uniquely positioned to create a great customer experience from start to finish. Since 2005, our mission has been simple: to bring customers products that matter. We do this by marrying timeless design, innovative technology and an unwavering commitment to quality. Over the last 15+ years, we have grown from a small family business into one of the industry’s leaders in product excellence and superior service. Despite our success, we never forget our humble beginnings and the customer-first values upon which we were founded.