Senior Java Software Engineer (Intermediate English Level)

WHAT WE DO Founded in 2007, Growth Acceleration Partners (GAP) is a premier consulting and technology services company built for the AI era. We consult, design, build, and modernize revenue-generating software and data engineering solutions. By leveraging AI-native architectures, advanced data analytics, and deep modernization strategies, we help businesses secure a competitive advantage. GAP’s remote, integrated engineering teams deliver end-to-end solutions that drive true business innovation. We are a woman-owned, Austin-based company with over 600 English-speaking engineers across Latin America and the U.S. Boasting industry-leading customer satisfaction scores, our core focus is the dual success of our clients and our people. We are a values-based organization deeply invested in the growth of our "GAPsters"—providing continuous education, onsite English classes, and cutting-edge training in AI, machine learning, and next-gen technologies to ensure our communities achieve 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.