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Nexylum Global LLC

DevOps Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$52.50 - $71.75/hr

Shell, AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD, GitLab CI, GitLab, Microservices, DevOps Preferred Skills: Kubernetes, AWS, Retail, eCommerce Experience: 8+ years

Photon

Senior Microservices Developer | TX

Dallas, TX · On-site

$54 - $71.25/hr

A candidate should have 3-5 years of experience working with Spring Framework including all the aspects of building a Spring based Microservices, connecting to a DB and securing the microservices.

Photon

Senior Microservices Developer | TX

Dallas, TX · On-site

$54 - $71.25/hr

A candidate should have 3-5 years of experience working with Spring Framework including all the aspects of building a Spring based Microservices, connecting to a DB and securing the microservices.

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for microservices developer in the United States is $63.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55.29 and $70.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a microservices developer?

A Microservices Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software systems built using a microservices architecture. They break down monolithic applications into smaller, self-contained services that communicate via APIs. Their role involves working with cloud platforms, containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes, and messaging systems to ensure scalability and resilience. They also collaborate with DevOps teams to streamline deployment and monitoring. Strong knowledge of programming languages like Java, Python, or Go is essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a microservices developer?

To thrive as a Microservices Developer, you need strong programming skills (such as Java, Python, or Node.js), experience with RESTful APIs, and a deep understanding of distributed systems and software architecture. Proficiency with containerization tools like Docker, orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines is highly valued, and certifications in cloud platforms like AWS or Azure can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, collaboration, and effective communication are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies are essential for building scalable, reliable microservices and successfully working within cross-functional development teams.

What are some common challenges faced by microservices developers, and how do teams typically address them?

Microservices Developers often encounter challenges related to managing the complexity of distributed systems, ensuring smooth inter-service communication, and maintaining consistent data states across services. Teams typically address these issues by implementing robust API contracts, using service discovery and monitoring tools, applying best practices in DevOps, and fostering close collaboration with QA and operations teams. Staying up to date with the latest tooling and patterns, such as circuit breakers and distributed tracing, also helps in proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks. Working in a supportive team environment with shared knowledge and regular code reviews further ensures microservices systems are reliable and scalable.

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Infographic showing various Microservices Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, and 60% Contract. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,928 per year, or $63.4 per hour.

Microservices Developer - REMOTE

Highlight Technologies

Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Overview
We are looking for a Microservice Developer with 3+ years experience to work on an Agile DevSecOps team that supports a portfolio at USCIS.
This position is full-time remote / telework.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain Java-based microservices that meet requirements for code quality and performance.
  • Ability to perform moderately challenging tasks with a degree of autonomy
  • Maintain expected velocity and deliver software on schedule.
  • Participate in daily, weekly, monthly agile ceremonies including standups, retrospectives, demos, etc.
  • Act as an integral member of an agile team mentoring more junior resources while continuing to deliver software.

Qualifications
  • Ability to receive DHS EOD required / Current DHS EOD preferred.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Must possess strong verbal and written communication experience.
  • Ability to work in a high-speed delivery focused environment.
  • Ability to work in a fully remote environment and maintain delivery tempo.
  • Bachelor's Degree in computer science, engineering, or related field is preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in the tools, techniques, and methodologies below.
    • Experience in Java Development
    • Understanding of Microservice patterns and concepts
    • Ability to troubleshoot issues
    • Ability to research and learn new methodologies and technologies and bring knowledge to the team
    • Understanding of DevSecOps tools, principles, and execution
    • Experience with Agile and CI/CD tools like Jenkins, SonarQube, GitHub, JUnit, Insomnia, etc.
    • Experience with AWS Lambda, API Gateway, Kafka, and developing in/for a containerized AWS environment.

About Highlight
For over ten years, Highlight has provided Development and Modernization, Secure IT, and Mission Solution services to our federal government customers. Our team knows the technology; we understand how our customers and their stakeholders work; and we know how to implement industry best practices to deliver high-quality, end-to-end solutions that minimize risk and maximize results.
Since our inception, Highlight has had an employee-first mindset. Our mission is to provide employees with rewarding and impactful career opportunities. In 2021, Highlight's founder, Rebecca Andino, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan to embody and expand our culture of transparency, teamwork and rewarding the work of our employees. By becoming an ESOP, our employee-owners share in the success of the company through their ownership stake. To learn more about ESOPS, check out: www.esopinfo.org.
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change - regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics. Our team is dedicated to foster diversity within our teams to promote creativity, innovation, and teamwork to deliver the best solutions for our customers.
To receive compensation and benefits information for this role, contact us or email us at Recruiting@HighlightTech.com Please include the Req ID (this is at the top of the posting under the position title) in the subject line of the email.
Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer
Highlight takes your security seriously. Please be aware that fraudulent actors may attempt to circulate fictitious job opportunities and impersonate our recruiters. The main purpose of these correspondences is to obtain privileged information from individuals.
To protect yourself, keep the following in mind:
  • All emails will come from an official @highlighttech.com or @talent.icims.com email address.
  • We will never request payment or personal financial information during the recruitment process.
  • We will not send job offers via email. All offers are first extended verbally by a member of our recruitment team whenever possible, and then followed up via written communication through official channels.

If you suspect fraudulent activity or have any doubts about the authenticity of an email, letter, or telephone communication supposedly from, for, or on behalf of Highlight, please contact our team directly at Recruiting@highlighttech.com.
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