FreshDirect – Full Stack Java Developer (Woodbridge, NJ)
About Us
At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s homes – faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else.
We are not just a food company – we are a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building the most innovative end-to-end food supply chain in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care.
We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest-quality ingredients, then use smart data, automation, and logistics to get them to our customers’ doors at peak freshness. It’s grocery shopping reimagined — and we’re just getting started.
If you’re passionate about innovation, care about what people eat, and want to be part of a team doing what no one else is doing, come build the future of food with us.
What You’ll Do
As a Full Stack Java Developer, you will design, build, and maintain scalable applications and services that power FreshDirect’s e-commerce platform. You’ll work across the stack — from backend services to web interfaces — to deliver seamless, high-performance experiences for millions of customers.
- Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services.
- Build and enhance core Java/J2EE applications and related frameworks.
- Develop and optimize front-end components using HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
- Collaborate on system architecture, caching, and performance optimization.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automation processes.
- Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
- Work closely with global teams in Istanbul and New York to deliver end-to-end solutions.
What You’ll Bring
- 10+ years of experience with core Java/J2EE applications and frameworks.
- Strong hands-on experience with Spring, JPA, JMS, and relational databases.
- Deep understanding of RESTful API design and development.
- Proficiency in HTML, JavaScript, CSS, SEO, and accessibility best practices.
- Working knowledge of Linux/Solaris environments and shell scripting.
- Experience with CI/CD tools, build automation, and version control.
- Familiarity with cloud services (GCP preferred) and caching frameworks.
- Strong problem-solving ability and adaptability in fast-changing environments.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Bonus Points For:
- Experience in e-commerce or high-volume transaction systems.
- Knowledge of Postgres, Oracle 12c+, SQL/PLSQL, and query optimization.
- Familiarity with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, AngularJS, Ember).
- Experience with CSS frameworks (Bootstrap, Sass/LESS).
- Understanding of PCI compliance, performance tuning, or data security.
- Exposure to machine learning or data science applications.
Salary range - $110,000-$129,000
What We Offer
Total Rewards & Benefits:
- Competitive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits.
- PTO, Safe & Sick Time, Paid Holidays.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Voluntary Disability coverage.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- On-site amenities including gym, cafeteria, parking, and shuttle services.
- Professional development programs, tuition assistance, and mentorship opportunities.
Top Skills
What We Do
Who is FreshDirect FreshDirect is the northeast's leading online fresh food grocer, delivering directly to customers throughout seven states, including the New York City, Philadelphia, and District of Columbia metropolitan areas. FreshDirect is committed to sourcing the freshest and best-tasting meat, fish, produce, and specialty items through direct relationships with suppliers, growers, and farmers. FreshDirect is proud to have joined the multi-national grocery and technology organization, Ahold Delhaize, at the beginning of 2021. This acquisition will fuel FreshDirect’s growth as a leading eCommerce grocer in the United States. From the beginning, FreshDirect has set out to provide something different. We are a community partner with a mission to deliver the highest quality and service that customers can find. This is an environment in which associates can innovate, grow and have successful careers—most of our leaders have come up through our ranks. And thanks to our team’s extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the e-commerce and grocery industries. Why choose FreshDirect? We're a company that thrives on teamwork. Our evolution is driven by our passionate employees and investment in perfecting the technology that lets us deliver the highest-quality food. Our state-of-the-art facility creates an environment for innovation. We support our employees with on-the-job training for plant employees and drivers, team-building activities, workplace recognition opportunities, and by encouraging direct relationships with our suppliers in the field.
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