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Job Title: Application Programmer III
Location: Charlotte, NC
Duration: Contract - 12 months
Pay Range: $65.05/hr (W2)
Job ID: 374032
About BCforward
BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
Job Description
We are seeking an Application Programmer III to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java, Spring, microservices, front-end frameworks, and database development and a proven ability to deliver high-quality features, lead engineering practices, and ensure secure, compliant solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and own delivery of application features with high quality.
- Adhere to enterprise standards for solution design, coding, and quality assurance.
- Ensure solutions meet product acceptance criteria while minimizing technical debt.
- Oversee compliance and security requirements, including audit support at the team level.
- Serve as liaison for production activities and resolve production issues effectively.
- Collaborate with the Product Owner to maintain a clear product backlog with defined acceptance criteria.
- Guide work breakdown and task execution to meet delivery timelines.
- Act as team lead while remaining an individual contributor; mentor team members to improve skills and practices.
- Provide expertise in planning, estimation, code reviews, and engineering best practices.
- Identify skill and role gaps and partner with the Technology Manager to address them.
- Support the Technology Manager in developing resource contingency plans.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 7+ years of Java development with Core Java, J2EE, Spring 5, Hibernate, and Spring MVC/Batch.
- Proficiency with version control: GIT/Bitbucket or Subversion.
- Experience with WebLogic Server, performance tuning, ETL processes, and Windows/Linux environments.
- Strong RDBMS skills including advanced SQL and PL/SQL on Oracle and SQL Server.
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
- Frontend proficiency with JavaScript, CSS, and frameworks such as React, Angular 17+, and Node.js.
- Experience with reporting tools: MicroStrategy and Tableau.
- Familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps tools: Ansible, Jenkins, and Artifactory.
- Experience working in Agile development environments.
- Test automation with Selenium and Cucumber.
- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration, including Kubernetes.
- Web services experience with AWS, REST APIs, and GraphQL.
- Familiarity with Oracle Exadata and MS SQL Server platforms.
- Proficiency in Linux/Unix operating systems.
- Understanding and experience with microservices architecture.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with production support and incident management in regulated environments.
- Background with enterprise-scale ETL and performance optimization.
Why BCforward?
At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for growth with global clients
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects
About Our Commitment
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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