Software Engineer - Korean speaker only

We are looking for a talented, Korean-speaking Software Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will develop and maintain enterprise applications using Java and Spring Boot, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the design of scalable backend systems that support mission-critical services.

If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, building reliable systems, and working closely with both engineering teams and business stakeholders, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, reliable, and high-performance applications using Java and the Spring Framework.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define technical solutions, and deliver high-quality software products.

• Develop clean, maintainable, and well-tested code that adheres to industry best practices, coding standards, and design principles.

• Conduct code reviews, mentor team members, and provide constructive feedback to improve code quality and maintainability.

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues while continuously optimizing system performance, scalability, and reliability.

• Create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, API specifications, design documents, and operational procedures to support long-term maintainability.

• Participate in software design discussions, technical planning, and architecture decisions to ensure scalable and sustainable solutions.

• Communicate effectively with Korean-speaking clients, stakeholders, and engineering teams to align technical solutions with business requirements and project objectives.

Must-Have Skills & Qualifications

• 1 to 3+ years of professional experience designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise software applications.

• Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, and the Spring ecosystem.

• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP), software design principles, and common design patterns.

• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and distributed microservices-based applications.

• Hands-on experience with event-driven architecture and messaging platforms such as Apache Kafka or other message brokers.

• Proficiency with relational database systems (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL) and SQL optimization.

• Experience with version control systems (Git) and modern software development workflows.

• Familiarity with software testing methodologies, debugging, and performance tuning.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

- [Must have] Professional proficiency in Korean, with the ability to communicate effectively with Korean-speaking clients and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Premium healthcare coverage (Individual and Dependents 100% coverage)
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Paid time off

Location: Costa Mesa, CA (in-person)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: 60k - 80k per year (subject to experience and final assessment)