Java Developer

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
50% Travel

Skills

Java
Spring Boot
MongoDB
CI/CD

Job Details

Trident Consulting is seeking a " Java Developer " for one of our clients in " Phoenix, AZ

Position: Java Developer

Location: Phoenix, AZ (hybrid, 3 days in office in Phoenix)

Duration: 12 months with possible 12 month extension

Type: Contract

Project Overview:

We are undertaking a platform modernization initiative aimed at transforming legacy systems into a scalable, cloud-ready architecture. This role is critical to the success of the project and will focus heavily on backend development and integration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot
  • Build and integrate RESTful APIs and event-driven systems using Apache Kafka
  • Work with MongoDB and PostgreSQL for data storage and retrieval
  • Collaborate with DevOps to implement CI/CD pipelines and automation best practices
  • Write clean, maintainable, and testable code (80% hands-on coding)
  • Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and technical discussions
  • Leverage GitHub Copilot to enhance development productivity (experience with Copilot is a major plus)

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot
  • Experience with Kafka, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL
  • Solid understanding of API development and microservices architecture
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools and automation pipelines
  • Proficient with Git and collaborative development workflows
  • Experience using GitHub Copilot is highly desirable
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in platform modernization or cloud migration projects
  • Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes
  • Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies

About Trident
Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success.
Some of our recent awards include:
Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco
Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe.
Received the TechServe Excellence award.
Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America
Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022

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