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Remote Java Backend Developer Jobs in Newark, NJ

Lakeview Loan Servicing

Backend Engineer

Manhattan, NY · Remote

$140K - $240K/yr

This is a fully remote position that offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $240,000 USD ... Continuously improve service performance, reliability, scalability, security, and developer ...

NxT Level

Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Manhattan, NY · Remote

$170K - $230K/yr

Senior Backend Engineer (GenAI / LLM Workflows) Compensation: $170,000-$230,000 base + equity ... San Francisco, CA or (open to remote to start) About Our Client Our client has built a leading AI ...

Hired Recruiters

Backend Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

New York/US Remote * Seed Company * Skills: Net, Agnostic * Will Transfer H1 Along with back-end creation skills, we are looking for an engineer that can take on complex architectural and technical ...

Astra

Staff Backend Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$210K - $260K/yr

The Role We're looking for a Senior/Staff Backend Engineer to architect and build complex financial ... Remote-first culture with flexible working arrangements * Small team, big impact - your work ...

Clerkie

Backend Engineer

New York, NY · Remote

Clerkie is a remote-first company, with over 40 employees spanning 4 time zones across the United ... About the role We're looking for a Backend Engineer who wants to build and own critical systems in ...

Optimize Partners

Senior AEM Developer (Remote)

New York, NY · Remote

$59.50 - $78.75/hr

This is a full-time, fully remote position. Responsibilities of the Sr. AEM Developer: * Building ... OAK, JAVA) Qualifications of the Sr. AEM Developer: * 5+ years of Backend and/or FullStack ...

Sunbit

Sr. Backend Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

Description JOB TITLE: Sr. Backend Engineer LOCATION: Jersey City (Hybrid, 3 days/ week) REPORTS TO ... Experience in Kotlin, Java, or Scala with hands-on experience. * Experience in the Spring Framework.

Sunbit

Sr. Backend Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site +1

Description JOB TITLE: Sr. Backend Engineer LOCATION: Jersey City (Hybrid, 3 days/ week) REPORTS TO ... Experience in Kotlin, Java, or Scala with hands-on experience. * Experience in the Spring Framework.

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How much do remote java backend developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote java backend developer in Newark, NJ is $57.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.77 and $65.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote Java backend developer?

A Remote Java Backend Developer designs, develops, and maintains server-side applications using Java while working from a remote location. They focus on building APIs, handling databases, and ensuring performance and security. This role often involves working with frameworks like Spring Boot and integrating various services. Remote developers collaborate with teams using communication tools and manage tasks through agile methodologies.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a remote Java backend developer?

To thrive as a Remote Java Backend Developer, you need solid expertise in Java programming, object-oriented design, and backend frameworks such as Spring, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with databases (like MySQL or MongoDB), version control systems (such as Git), and experience with RESTful APIs are typically important, with professional certifications like Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer being advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, clear remote communication, and collaborative teamwork skills are vital soft skills for this remote role. These capabilities are crucial for delivering reliable backend solutions, meeting project deadlines, and maintaining effective team collaboration across distributed work environments.

What does a remote Java backend developer do?

As a Remote Java Backend Developer, your daily responsibilities often include designing, developing, and maintaining server-side logic and APIs, writing efficient and testable code using Java and related frameworks, and collaborating with front-end developers or DevOps engineers to integrate user-facing elements. You’ll regularly participate in remote team meetings, contribute to code reviews, and troubleshoot or optimize application performance based on user requirements. Additionally, keeping thorough documentation and adhering to best security and scalability practices are part of your routine. These tasks ensure the backend systems remain robust, efficient, and seamlessly support business needs.

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Infographic showing various Remote Java Backend Developer job openings in Newark, NJ as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 42% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 56% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,827 per year, or $57.1 per hour.

Backend Engineer (US Eastern Time Zone)

MDOTM

New York, NY • Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

About MDOTM

MDOTM is the Global leader in AI-driven investment solutions. ​​Founded in 2015, we earned significant recognition in 2017 as the only European fintech startup selected by Google for its acceleration program in Silicon Valley.
Since then, we have been growing continuously, establishing a strong international presence with offices in London, Milan and New York.
If you are looking for a fast-paced environment and are willing to take ownership, this is the right opportunity for you!


Role Overview 

MDOTM is seeking a Java Software Engineer to join our Engineering team. You will be actively contributing to the development and optimization of our high-performance Spring Boot backend, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.


Key responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and optimize scalable Spring Boot application
  • Implement clean, modular, and testable Java code
  • Contribute to design and implement features following relational (MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases
  • Implement and follow best practices in software architecture, leveraging Layered Architecture, DDD, or Event-Driven design
  • Troubleshoot and optimize backend performance and security
  • Work with DevOps teams to improve CI/CD automation and deployment processes


Requirements

  • Experience in Java & Spring Boot (microservices, REST APIs)
  • Proficiency with SQL & NoSQL databases
  • Experience with software architecture patterns (Layered Architecture, DDD, Event-Driven Design)
  • Experience with TDD and testing best practices in Spring Boot (JUnit, Mockito, Testcontainers)
  • Experience with messaging systems (ActiveMQ, Kafka)
  • Good knowledge of English (both written and spoken)
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex problems and solutions to different stakeholders.


Bonus Points

  • Experience with modern API communication (GRPC, GraphQL, REST)
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (GitLab Pipelines, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)
  • Experience with AWS, especially EC2, S3
  • Hands-on experience with Docker & Kubernetes for containerized application deployment and management
  • Security best practices for backend applications (knowledge of ISO 27001:2022 Annex A 8.28 is a plus)


Why Join Us?

  • Work at the leading edge of technology, leveraging our decade of experience in proprietary AI to build the next generation of industry-defining tools.
  • Competitive salary & truly flexible work environment.
  • Benefit from an unlimited learning and development budget to stay at the bleeding edge of AI research, alongside a fast-track path into technical leadership or principal research roles.
  • Collaborate daily with an ultra-international team (18+ nationalities) spread across our offices in Milan, London and New York.
  • Annual company retreat at a stunning location.
  • Fast-track career progression, with opportunities to grow into leadership roles.