Backend Developer - Transaction Team

Post Date

Jan 21, 2026

Location

Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania

ZIP/Postal Code

15203
US
Jun 02, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Programmer / Developer

Req #

PIT-f1e76bef-2fb8-4b32-9ec9-8d4e0d5eabc1

Pay Rate

$34 - $42 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is hiring a Backend Developer to join our Transaction Team, supporting high‑impact integration and feature work within our clients POS ecosystem. This role centers on backend engineering with a strong focus on Java-based development, data processing, and fresh feature builds. The ideal candidate is a sharp, analytical engineer who can ramp up quickly and contribute to both new development and production support as needed. This role is primarily focused on new development (80-90%) with occasional involvement in production issue resolution (10-15%).

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- 5-6 years of backend development experience
- Strong proficiency in Java, Springboot, Microservices, SQL/PostegreSQL
- Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Solid understanding of integration architecture and backend services
- Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- POS/Retail Experience
- Triaging/troubleshooting
- Familiarity with Jumpmind or similar POS Technology

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.