Java Developer

This is a contract position for a Java Developer to support backend microservices development for a major financial services organization. The role is remote-based and available for a minimum of 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java and Spring Boot microservices.
• Build and support Kafka integrations.
• Work with AWS services and backend databases.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and implement practical solutions.
• Explain design decisions and approaches grounded in actual project experience.

Qualifications

• Required
• Java 17 or newer with strong hands-on coding ability and the ability to solve problems independently.
• Direct, practical experience building Spring Boot microservices and explaining technical challenges and solutions.
• Practical Kafka implementation experience beyond resume listing.
• Hands-on experience supporting backend applications in AWS.
• Experience integrating applications with databases.
• At least 6-12 years of professional experience with the above skill set.
• Strong technical problem-solving and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to explain personal contributions and technical decisions from previous projects.
• Comfortable coding live while sharing a screen and using an IDE.
• Willingness to work onsite in New York City every weekday for the initial contract term.
• Preferred
• Familiarity with AI prompting and development tools.