Senior Java Backend Engineer (Telecom Domain)

CTG is seeking to fill a Senior Java Backend Engineer position for our client.

Location : Houston, TX

Duration : 12 months

Job Description

We're looking for a seasoned Java Backend Engineer with solid telecom experience to help build and support high-performance backend systems. If you enjoy digging into complex distributed systems and bringing order to the chaos (the fun kind), you'll fit right in.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and microservice patterns.

Work across the full development lifecycle, from requirement gathering through deployment and ongoing support.

Create RESTful APIs and integrate them with internal and external systems while keeping performance and security in mind.

Implement microservice architectures that support modularity, reusability, and resilience.

Partner with DevOps teams to maintain and improve CI / CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or similar tools.

Collaborate with frontend, database, and infrastructure teams to ensure smooth integration across the stack.

Write clean, testable code and contribute to code reviews, design discussions, and team knowledge sharing.

Troubleshoot and optimize backend components for performance, scalability, and reliability.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

5+ years of professional experience in Java backend development, with a strong background in telecom systems.

Deep expertise in Core Java and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security).

Strong hands-on experience building and consuming RESTful services.

Solid understanding of microservices, distributed systems, and related architectural patterns.

Experience working with CI / CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.

Nice to Have

Familiarity with frontend or full-stack workflows.

Understanding of database performance tuning and infrastructure fundamentals.

A knack for improving existing systems and catching issues before they become outages.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply :

Please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, contact Laura Dominguez at Laura.Dominguez@ctg.com . Kindly forward to any other interested parties.

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com .

Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.