Java Developer
Micro1 • Remote
Education
Any
Type
hourly
Pay Rate (by country)
$20–$50/hr
Actively Hiring
50 openings
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About this Role
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Job Title: Java Developer Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Summary: In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend components using Java and the Spring ecosystem.
- Implement high-quality, secure, and scalable software solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, product owners, and QA engineers, to deliver seamless integrations.
- Participate in code reviews, contributing to best practices and continuous improvement efforts.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend processes to ensure consistent performance and reliability.
- Write clean, well-documented code, adhering to industry standards and customer requirements.
- Communicate clearly in written and verbal formats, ensuring alignment with the customer's vision and team objectives.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Expert-level proficiency in Java programming and backend development.
- Strong hands-on experience with Spring and related frameworks.
- Solid understanding of RESTful services, microservices architecture, and API design.
- Proven ability to work independently in a remote team setting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity and collaboration.
- Demonstrated track record of delivering complex backend solutions for enterprise environments.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience integrating Java applications with modern DevOps tools and cloud platforms.
- Background in performance tuning and optimization for high-traffic systems.
- Prior experience working on distributed, agile teams for global customers.
Requirements
- JAVA
- backend
- Spring
- Must be eligible to work in Remote
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend components using Java and the Spring ecosystem.
- Implement high-quality, secure, and scalable software solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, product owners, and QA engineers, to deliver seamless integrations.
- Participate in code reviews, contributing to best practices and continuous improvement efforts.
Why This Role
No office, no fixed hours, no relocation. This Java Developer role pays $35/hr fully remote, giving you access to Software Engineering work that would otherwise be limited to a handful of major cities.
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Can I apply to Micro1 from outside the US or UK?
Yes. Micro1 accepts applicants from most countries worldwide, unlike DataAnnotation or Outlier, both of which cap access to a handful of English-speaking countries. Most roles still require strong written and spoken English.
Does Micro1 monitor your computer while you work?
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What does the Micro1 application process look like?
Expect a screening interview with Zara, Micro1's AI recruiter. Prepare for it like a real video call: good lighting, clear audio, verbal answers to technical questions. A human manager reviews the recording afterward, and some roles add a short skills assessment on top.
What does task-based AI training work actually look like?
Practical, hands-on data work: recording short videos, categorizing images, rating text responses, or analyzing data. Tasks are designed to be short and distinct, typically 5 to 60 minutes each.
What does asynchronous AI training work mean in practice?
No set hours, no check-ins, no meetings. You log in when you want, pick up an available task, complete it, and submit; nobody is waiting on you in real time. That's different from remote employment, where you're expected online during business hours. The tradeoff: you're competing with others for available tasks, so an empty queue means there's simply nothing to do until more work is released.
What does Software Engineering work look like for a Java Developer?
Tasks here are scoped to Software Engineering, not generic labeling. As a Java Developer, expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to Software Engineering) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on Software Engineering background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.
What does the 'openings' count on this listing mean?
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