Application Programmer III

Job#: 3024473

Job Description:
Application Programmer III

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Contract to Hire

Duration: 12 Months

Role Overview

We are seeking an Application Programmer to design, develop, and enhance Java-based backend services and REST APIs. The role involves collaboration with product owners, scrum masters, and business subject matter experts. This position requires participation in code reviews, architectural discussions, and adherence to best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance Java-based backend services and REST APIs.
• Collaborate with product owners, scrum masters, and business SMEs during sprint ceremonies.
• Perform code reviews, contribute to architectural discussions, and ensure best practices.
• Debug production issues and participate in on-call rotation as needed.
• Write automated unit tests, integrate with CI/CD pipelines, and maintain documentation.
• Work closely with front-end teams that consume the APIs.

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• Core Java
• JavaScript
• Jira
• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience in automation development.
• Proficiency in Java programming and the Spring Framework.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and enterprise integration patterns.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Spring Framework / Spring Boot.
• Experience with cloud-based infrastructure.
• Knowledge of SQL & NoSQL Databases, including performance optimization and complex queries.
• Practical experience in machine learning, including model development and deployment.
• Experience with Agile/scrum methodologies.
• A degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Familiarity with WorkFusion platform.

Work-Life and Location

This role has a hybrid schedule requirement of a minimum of three days per week onsite. This position is a potential contract-to-hire opportunity. Sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: 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. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide.