Job#: 3027273 Job Description: Job DescriptionThis contingent role provides expert-level engineering leadership across complex, large-scale software initiatives. You will consult on high-impact technical challenges, evaluate multi-layered engineering problems, and deliver solutions that require advanced analytical thinking, architectural vision, and deep hands-on expertise. The position involves close collaboration with client stakeholders and cross-functional teams to drive high-quality, secure, and scalable application delivery.
Key Responsibilities- Lead end-to-end design and development of scalable, secure, high-performance applications using Java and Spring Boot.
- Architect and implement modern UI components using React.js, ensuring exceptional user experience and front-end performance.
- Build, deploy, and manage microservices on Kubernetes/OpenShift (OCP), including Helm charts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployments.
- Partner with product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to define technical solutions and execute roadmap priorities.
- Ensure engineering excellence through code reviews, unit/integration testing, and adherence to development standards.
- Optimize application performance, troubleshoot production issues, and ensure reliability and high availability.
- Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, promoting best practices and technical growth.
- Drive continuous improvement in architecture, automation, tooling, and DevSecOps practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications- 8+ years of hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.
- Strong proficiency with React.js, ES6+, and modern front-end tooling (TypeScript optional).
- Hands-on experience deploying applications to Kubernetes or Red Hat OpenShift (OCP).
- Strong understanding of cloud-native principles, Docker containers, service mesh, and API gateways.
- Experience building CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Tekton, or ArgoCD.
- Deep knowledge of RESTful services, event-driven architecture, and messaging technologies (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.).
- Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases.
- Demonstrated leadership experience guiding engineering teams and influencing architectural decisions.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with OpenShift operators, routes, templates, or S2I.
- Working knowledge of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform cloud services.
- Familiarity with security standards such as OAuth2, JWT, SSO, and SAST/DAST tools.
- Experience with test automation frameworks (JUnit, Cypress, etc.).
- Background in Agile/Scrum environments.
Additional Notes- Work may span multiple initiatives involving customer screening and background-related applications.
- Projects vary in duration; engineers may rotate across efforts based on priority.
- Candidates should demonstrate initiative, strong communication, and the ability to operate without constant direction.
- Deployments may occur during evenings, weekends, or holidays once or twice per quarter; schedule flexibility is required.
- Systems are built on a full-stack Java foundation with a strong emphasis on automation and modernization.
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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.
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