Java Developer

Job Title: Java Developer
Location: Seattle, WA
Work Arrangement: Onsite 
Client Industry: Financial Services
Duration: 12 Months Contract
Schedule: Standard Time( 8 AM to 5 PM PST)

About the Role

• The Lead Software Engineer will collaborate with business lines and architects to implement solutions for protecting software applications within a leading financial institution.
• This role involves participation in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including Analysis, Technical Design, Development, Testing, and Deployment.
• The engineer will review project artifacts to ensure alignment with application suite interests.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, test, support, maintain, and debug software applications for business units or support functions.
• Assist senior business leaders and management as a senior member of the technical team.
• Provide strategic technical direction and system architecture for individual initiatives.
• Recommend technological innovations that enhance or provide a competitive advantage.
• Estimate effort for software applications and coordinate with external programming teams to deliver software on time and within budget.
• Offer feedback and technical guidance to project managers on critical issues.
• Create prototypes to validate designs and prepare UML diagrams to describe current and future application states.

Education Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Core Java, SOAP/REST Webservices, and SQL/PLSQL.
• Over 10 years of experience developing mission-critical, large-scale, high-volume enterprise and distributed applications using Java/J2EE.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design and programming skills in Java.
• Experience with Java development of RESTful Services using the Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and SOAP Webservices.
• Experience with Apache Kafka for online data publishing and consuming.
• Proficient in JUnit test case development, performance testing, optimization, and code analysis.
• Experience with Relational SQL/PLSQL and NoSQL distributed technologies.

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $65 - $70 per hour
  This reflects base compensation and may vary based on candidate qualifications.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually – as applicable.

About Us

At Collabera, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in talent solutions, we provide opportunities to work with top organizations, cutting-edge technologies, and dynamic teams. Our culture thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. With continuous learning, career growth, and a people-first approach, we empower you to achieve your full potential. Join us and be part of a company that values passion, integrity, and making an impact.