Java Developer

Job Title: Java Developer

Location: Hybrid (Open to Dallas, TX) Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Duration: 6 12 Months C2H

Overview

We are seeking a Java Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and APIs. The ideal candidate has a strong background in core Java and frameworks like Spring Boot, as well as hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, SQL databases, and modern CI/CD pipelines. This role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, secure, and efficient software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices to support web and mobile applications.
• Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Work with relational and non-relational databases (SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Participate in all phases of the SDLC, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, deployment, and support.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, QA engineers, and product owners to deliver reliable and performant solutions.
• Debug, optimize, and enhance existing applications for improved performance and scalability.
• Use tools such as Git, Jenkins, Docker, or Kubernetes for version control, deployment, and automation.
• Ensure code quality through unit testing, integration testing, and code reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3 6+ years of professional software development experience in Java.
• Strong understanding of OOP principles, design patterns, and data structures.
• Proficiency with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security).
• Solid experience with REST APIs, JSON/XML, and web services.
• Hands-on experience with SQL and database design (PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL, etc.).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and modern DevOps tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Knowledge of messaging systems like Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and build tools like Maven or Gradle