Senior Java Engineer - FTE or Contract

The Role:

We are looking for a skilled Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing high-quality applications and software solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Data. The candidate should have a strong understanding of cloud-based solutions, particularly Azure services.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead small to medium projects involving analysis, design, programming, debugging, and development of software enhancements and new products.
• Write, test, and debug code for cloud-based, mobile-first, and highly scalable applications.
• Contribute to software supporting complex infrastructure and technology platforms.
• Work closely with clients and technical teams to gather system requirements and develop solutions that meet their needs.
• Design and develop software components, improvements, and fixes, ensuring high-quality, secure code.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring team members and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Lead code reviews, establish best practices, and ensure adherence to Agile methodologies.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and contribute innovative ideas to improve software solutions.
• Oversee troubleshooting and resolve complex technical issues.
• Collaborate with project management and QA teams for seamless solution implementation.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in software design and development.
• Strong experience with Agile methodologies, including SCRUM, and a deep understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Proven expertise in Java / J2EE development and working knowledge of microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Experience working with public cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and relational or NoSQL databases (e.g., Firestore).
• Strong foundation in object-oriented programming, unit testing, and continuous integration.
• Experience with event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka, Pub-Sub) and automated deployment tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Ability to lead, inspire, and mentor other engineers, providing technical leadership and guidance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with cloud-based and serverless technologies (e.g., Docker, AWS Lambda, GKE, Firestore).
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks like Angular or Node.js.
• Knowledge of QA and software analytics tools.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

What we offer:

• Remote Work Opportunities
• Flexible Work Hours
• Unlimited PTO
• Competitive Salaries
• Health + Dental + Vision + Life Insurance
• Long Term disability + 401k Match
• Professional Development Opportunities

Expected Compensation:

Full-time: $145,000 - $165,000/year
Contract: $90 - $110/hour

This position is open for both full-time and contract applicants. It’s a remote role, but candidates must be located near one of our hub offices: Los Angeles, Seattle, NYC, Orlando, San Francisco, or Bristol, CT.