Contract Software Engineer I - Backend
Volkswagen Group Services GmbH, Reston, VA, United States
Brief Role Description
We are looking for a Contract Software Engineer I – Backend who is a solid Java developer, ready to execute independently, keep pace with team delivery, and grow fast. You take ownership of your work, speak up when you're blocked, and see every challenge as an opportunity to get better. You don't wait to be told what to do — you figure it out, ask the right questions, and get things done.
What You'll Do
Independently deliver backend features and bug fixes in Java, meeting sprint commitments and contributing to team velocity
Write clean, well-structured code — and take pride in it
Proactively reach out to teammates, leads, or other teams when you hit a blocker instead of going silent
Contribute to growing the team's test coverage through unit and integration tests — not just for your own code, but also new initiatives that might need additional testing coverage
Participate actively in Agile rituals: standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
Review code, give useful feedback, and receive it with an open mind
Collaborate with senior engineers and ask good questions to level up quickly
Possible Tasks within this Role
What We're Looking For:
Core skills
Solid proficiency in Java — you can write production‑quality backend code without needing handholding
Familiarity with Spring Boot or similar backend frameworks
Experience working with REST APIs and relational or NoSQL databases (Postgres, MongoDB)
Comfortable writing unit tests; integration test experience is a plus
How you work
You execute independently — you break down a task, figure out the approach, and deliver it
You match or beat team velocity consistently; you don't let tickets sit
You are proactive: if something is unclear or you're stuck, you reach out — you don't wait
You take ownership of quality, including test coverage, without being asked
You're a fast learner who treats new technology, domains, or challenges as interesting problems, not obstacles
Qualification Requirements
Qualifications
2+ years of backend software development experience
Proficiency in Java; Spring Boot experience preferred
Experience with REST API development
Exposure to databases: Postgres and/or MongoDB
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Nice to Have
Experience with OCPP or EV charging domain knowledge
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Experience with integration testing frameworks
Work Flexibility
Standard working hours with occasional after‑hours support as needed
Up to 5–10% domestic travel
Electrify America, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
Job ID: 25081
Location: Reston, VA, US, 20190
Department: IT Software Development
Working Model: Full‑time
Contract Type: Fixed‑term
Remote Working: By agreement
Posting Date: Apr 20, 2026
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We are looking for a Contract Software Engineer I – Backend who is a solid Java developer, ready to execute independently, keep pace with team delivery, and grow fast. You take ownership of your work, speak up when you're blocked, and see every challenge as an opportunity to get better. You don't wait to be told what to do — you figure it out, ask the right questions, and get things done.
What You'll Do
Independently deliver backend features and bug fixes in Java, meeting sprint commitments and contributing to team velocity
Write clean, well-structured code — and take pride in it
Proactively reach out to teammates, leads, or other teams when you hit a blocker instead of going silent
Contribute to growing the team's test coverage through unit and integration tests — not just for your own code, but also new initiatives that might need additional testing coverage
Participate actively in Agile rituals: standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
Review code, give useful feedback, and receive it with an open mind
Collaborate with senior engineers and ask good questions to level up quickly
Possible Tasks within this Role
What We're Looking For:
Core skills
Solid proficiency in Java — you can write production‑quality backend code without needing handholding
Familiarity with Spring Boot or similar backend frameworks
Experience working with REST APIs and relational or NoSQL databases (Postgres, MongoDB)
Comfortable writing unit tests; integration test experience is a plus
How you work
You execute independently — you break down a task, figure out the approach, and deliver it
You match or beat team velocity consistently; you don't let tickets sit
You are proactive: if something is unclear or you're stuck, you reach out — you don't wait
You take ownership of quality, including test coverage, without being asked
You're a fast learner who treats new technology, domains, or challenges as interesting problems, not obstacles
Qualification Requirements
Qualifications
2+ years of backend software development experience
Proficiency in Java; Spring Boot experience preferred
Experience with REST API development
Exposure to databases: Postgres and/or MongoDB
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Nice to Have
Experience with OCPP or EV charging domain knowledge
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Experience with integration testing frameworks
Work Flexibility
Standard working hours with occasional after‑hours support as needed
Up to 5–10% domestic travel
Electrify America, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
Job ID: 25081
Location: Reston, VA, US, 20190
Department: IT Software Development
Working Model: Full‑time
Contract Type: Fixed‑term
Remote Working: By agreement
Posting Date: Apr 20, 2026
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