Junior Java Developer

StratAcuity Staffing Partners Inc

Plano, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55–$60 Per Hour
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Apache Cassandra, Apache Kafka, Authentication, Best Practices, Budgeting, Business Architecture, CPU (Central Processing Unit), Career Counseling, Cloud Applications, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Customer Support/Service, Debugging Tools, Design Patterns Programming Methodologies, Distributed Applications, Enterprise Applications, Git, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Search, JUnit, Java, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (Java EE/J2EE), Maven, Memory Leaks, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft SharePoint, Multitasking, NoSQL, OAuth, Online Publications, Oracle Database, Oracle PL-SQL, Performance Testing, Problem Solving Skills, Programming Tools, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, REST (Representational State Transfer), Relational Databases (RDBMS), SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol), Software Administration, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Splunk, Spring Framework, Standards Development, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Case, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Unified Modeling Language (UML), User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Web Services
LOCATION
Plano, TX
POSTED
18 days ago

Job#: 3035602

Job Description:

Junior Java Developer

Location: Plano, Texas (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 12 Months

Role Overview

We are seeking a Junior Developer to provide implementation solutions for various software applications. This role involves working with business lines and architects to develop, enhance, test, and maintain software. The position requires participation in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including analysis, technical design, development, testing, and deployment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, enhance, test, support, maintain, and debug software applications.
  • Create prototypes to validate design concepts.
  • Prepare UML diagrams to describe application states.
  • Utilize in-depth knowledge of technological alternatives and business requirements to recommend innovations.
  • Collaborate with external programming teams to deliver software within established timelines and budgets.
  • Provide technical guidance to project managers on critical issues.
  • Handle multiple tasks and adapt to a changing environment to meet release deliverables.

Required Qualifications

Experience:

  • Over 3 years of hands-on experience developing large-scale, high-volume, distributed enterprise applications using Java/J2EE.
  • Experience with RESTful Services using Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and SOAP Webservices.
  • Experience with Apache Kafka for online data publishing and consuming.
  • Experience with Junit test case development, performance testing, and code analysis.
  • Experience with relational databases such as Oracle SQL/PLSQL and NoSQL databases like Cassandra.
  • Proficiency with development tools including Eclipse/IntelliJ, Maven, Git, Bitbucket, CI/CD pipelines, Splunk, and SOAP UI.
  • Experience in building high-volume, scalable, and available distributed technologies.
  • Knowledge of standard development design patterns (Creational, Behavioral, JEE).
  • Experience with Agile and SDLC development models.
  • Experience in solving application performance issues such as memory leaks, high CPU usage, and thread locks.

Technical Skills:

  • Primary Skill: Spring Boot
  • Secondary Skill: C#
  • Tertiary Skill: MS SQL Server

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in security best practices and ensuring the security of cloud-based applications.
  • Familiarity with OAuth, JWT, and other authentication/authorization mechanisms.

Work Environment

This position requires a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of three days per week onsite, beginning on day one.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Plano, TX, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

May 22, 2026

Pay Range:

$55 - $60 per hour

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