Senior JVM Backend Engineer (Java / Clojure)
Role summary
Lumenalta is seeking a Senior JVM Backend Engineer for a future opportunity pipeline. This fully remote role requires 7+ years of experience in Java, strong Clojure/Grails skills, and deep JVM ecosystem knowledge. The engineer will design and build scalable, distributed, high-scale backend systems for enterprise clients in industries like Logistics, FinTech, and Media. Experience with RESTful/event-driven systems, Kafka, databases (relational/NoSQL), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and preferred AWS cloud experience is essential. Candidates must be based in US Pacific, Central, or Eastern time zones. This is a full-time position with flexible hours.
Experience Remote done Right.
At Lumenalta, we create impactful software solutions that drive innovation and transform businesses. Since 2000, we’ve partnered with visionary leaders to build cutting-edge tech, solve complex challenges, and deliver results faster through our elite teams and tech-driven approach. Join us in shaping the future of technology.
Future Opportunity Role – Talent Pipeline
This is a future opportunity role. We continuously meet talented engineers to support upcoming client projects. While there may not be an immediate opening, qualified candidates may be considered for future engagements.
What we're working on:
Enterprise companies partner with us to launch innovative digital products serving hundreds of millions of users, transactions, and data points. The problems we solve are complex, distributed, and high-scale, requiring strong system design skills, pragmatic decision-making, and a deep understanding of backend architecture.
We work across industries such as Logistics, FinTech, Transportation, Insurance, Media, and other highly regulated or data-intensive environments.
We’re looking for engineers who thrive in ambiguity, value clean architecture, and enjoy building resilient systems that scale.
Requirements
- 7+ years of professional software engineering experience in Java (technical assessment required)
- Strong experience with Clojure and/or Grails (Groovy)
- Deep understanding of the JVM ecosystem
- Experience building RESTful and/or event-driven systems
- Experience working with Kafka or similar messaging/event streaming platforms
- Experience designing scalable, distributed systems
- Familiarity with functional programming principles (immutability, pure functions, concurrency models)
- Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases
- Cloud experience (AWS preferred: ECS/EKS, EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.)
- Experience with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
- English fluency, verbal and written
Salary
Salary range: $80,000 - $100,000 annually, with final compensation determined by your qualifications, expertise, experience, and the role's scope.
Location:
This is a
fully remote position
; however, candidates must be
based in regions that align with the Pacific,
Central, or Eastern U.S. time zones
to ensure effective collaboration with client and team schedules.
Benefits
In addition to competitive pay, we offer a variety of benefits to support your professional and personal growth, including:
- Flexible working hours in a remote environment.
- Health insurance (medical and dental) for W2 Employees.
- 401K Contribution.
- A professional development fund to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- 15 days of paid time off annually.
- Access to soft-skill development courses to further your career.
Position Details
This is a full-time position requiring a minimum of
40 hours per week, Monday through Friday
.
At
Lumenalta
, we are committed to creating an environment that prioritizes growth, work-life balance, and the diverse needs of our team members.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until April 19, 2026. Candidates can expect feedback by May 1, 2026. As we continue to build our pipeline, the position may be reposted to connect with additional qualified professionals.