JAVA EE Developer (Legacy/Cloud Migration)

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

java
ee

Job Details

Java EE Developer (Legacy Modernization & Cloud Migration)

Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid 2 days onsite per week)
Contract: Long-Term (1+ year, potential extension)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Java EE Developer to support modernization efforts for large-scale enterprise applications. This role focuses on analyzing legacy Java EE systems, documenting business rules, and contributing to the transition toward cloud-native, modular solutions. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in Java EE technologies, strong analytical skills, and experience supporting modernization and transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze legacy Java EE components (EJB, JPA, SOAP services) to support modernization and architectural planning.

  • Evaluate existing applications and participate in rationalization initiatives to determine migration paths.

  • Document system behavior, integration points, dependencies, and business rules extracted from legacy code.

  • Assist in migration of legacy systems to cloud-native environments, including microservices and API-driven architectures.

  • Use AI-based code analysis tools to evaluate code quality, patterns, and technical debt.

  • Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and SMEs to ensure business logic and interoperability are preserved.

  • Support documentation, walkthroughs, and design sessions across cross-functional teams.

  • Identify and track technical debt and contribute to modernization strategy planning.

Minimum Requirements (Must-Have Skills)

  • 12+ years hands-on Java and Java EE development, including EJB, JPA, and SOAP services, with experience analyzing legacy codebases.

  • 12+ years working with Java SE 1.8 and Java EE 8 on enterprise application servers.

  • 12+ years experience integrating persistence layers using ORM frameworks.

  • 10+ years experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams.

  • 8+ years experience with AI-based code analysis tools (pattern recognition, static analysis, code comprehension).

  • 8+ years experience with DevSecOps, automated testing, and deployment practices.

  • 8+ years experience with cloud transformation concepts (containerization, scaling, modularization).

  • 8+ years experience working in Agile environments, sprint planning, and backlog refinement.

  • 8+ years strong analytical and software design skills.

  • 2+ years hands-on experience using AI development tools.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 6+ years strong communication and collaborative experience.

  • 6+ years experience eliciting and documenting business and technical requirements.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered, candidates must meet the following:

  • Must be local to the Austin, TX area and able to work onsite 2 days per week.

  • Must be able to work on a W2 basis only no C2C, 1099, or third-party vendors.

  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or visa transfer.

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