Java Developer with GCP focused - Multiple locations

Job Title : Java Developer – (GCP Focused) Location : Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Minneapolis, MN (4 days onsite, 1 day remote) Employment Type : Contract-to-hire Position Overview : We are looking for a strong Backend Java Developer with hands-on experience in GCP. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs, integrate with cloud-native tools, and ensure high performance and reliability across distributed systems. Key Responsibilities : Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Java (8 or above) and Spring Boot. Build and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices architectures. Develop and deploy applications on GCP using services such as : Pub / Sub, Cloud Functions, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Compute Engine, and Cloud Run. Implement CI / CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Cloud Build. Manage and optimize SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, Cloud SQL, Firestore, etc.). Collaborate with DevOps and Cloud teams to ensure smooth deployment and scalability. Write efficient, testable, and maintainable code following best practices. Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, and performance tuning. Must-Have Skills : Core Java (8 or newer) – strong proficiency in object-oriented programming and design patterns. Spring Boot – deep understanding of building RESTful microservices. GCP Cloud Services – hands-on experience with Pub / Sub, Cloud Functions, BigQuery, Cloud Run, Cloud Storage, etc. API Development & Integration – RESTful APIs, JSON, and security best practices. Database Skills – experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases. CI / CD & Containerization – knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and GCP Cloud Build / Jenkins pipelines. Strong debugging and performance optimization skills. Good to Have : Exposure to Kafka, Terraform, or Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Experience in Agile / Scrum environments. Familiarity with monitoring / logging tools like Stackdriver, Prometheus, or ELK. Basic understanding of security and authentication (OAuth2, JWT). Ideal Candidate Profile : A backend-focused engineer passionate about building cloud-native solutions. Enjoys working in a collaborative, agile team environment. Follow us on LinkedIn for more opportunities - https : / / www.linkedin.com / company / hyr-global-source-inc