Java Developer Trenton, NJ locals only

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 1 Year(s)
No Travel Required
Unable to Provide Sponsorship

Skills

AWS
Bootstrap
CSS
Eclipse
Java
JavaScript
jQuery
MVC
Python
Spring Framework
SQL

Job Details

Job Title: Java Developer
Location: Trenton, NJ 08625 (Onsite – local candidates only)
Employment Type: Temporary / Contract
Duration: 34 Weeks
Positions: 1

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer to support the development of new web application functionality for a public-sector client. The ideal candidate is a full-stack developer with strong experience across UI, middle tier, and backend/database layers and the ability to work independently with minimal technical oversight.

⚠️ Only candidates currently located in the Trenton, NJ area will be considered due to onsite requirements.

Required Skills

  • Java 8, 11, and higher (6+ years)

  • SQL (6+ years)

  • JavaScript (6+ years)

  • CSS (6+ years)

  • Bootstrap (5+ years)

  • JPA – Java Persistence API (5+ years)

  • jQuery (5+ years)

  • Spring Framework including Spring MVC (5+ years)

Preferred Skills

  • Eclipse IDE (6+ years)

  • AWS Cloud (CodeCommit, CodeBuild, CodePipeline, etc.) – 5+ years

  • Apache Tomcat / TomEE (3+ years)

  • JUnit & Selenium (3+ years)

  • Python (3+ years)

  • Jira & Confluence (3+ years)

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain Java-based web applications

  • Analyze business requirements and recommend appropriate technical solutions

  • Develop and implement web services

  • Write complex SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and database objects

  • Provide ad-hoc reporting and analysis as required

  • Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders

  • Troubleshoot operational and system issues

  • Follow departmental standards, methodologies, and best practices

  • Work independently and in a highly collaborative team environment

  • Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills

Additional Information

  • Position starts 100% onsite

  • Transitions to hybrid schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote) after 2–6 weeks

  • Second-round in-person interview and onsite skills assessment required

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