Senior Software Engineer Java

Saint Louis, MO, US • Posted 16 hours ago • Updated 1 hour ago

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VDart, Inc.

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Skills

Kafka
Lambda
Stream API
Java 8 / Java 11

Summary

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer Java

Location: St. Louis, MO

Duration: / Term: 6+ months

Job Description:

Experience Desired: 5+ Years

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer (Java) to join an elite engineering team working on high-scale, mission-critical systems. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, care deeply about code quality, and take a craftsman-like approach to software engineering.

You will work on platforms that operate at extreme throughput (TPS), handle critical workloads, and demand thoughtful system design, reliability, and performance at scale.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain high-performance, scalable backend systems using Java
Solve complex technical problems using a consultative and analytical mindset
Collaborate with experienced engineers to evolve architecture and system design
Ensure engineering excellence through clean code, testing, reviews, and automation
Recommend technical improvements and defend design decisions with data and reasoning
Contribute to system reliability, resilience, and observability in high-TPS environments

Technical Requirements Core Technologies: Strong hands-on experience with Java 8 / Java 11

Lambda expressions
Stream API
CompletableFuture & async programming

Deep understanding of Kafka, including:

Core concepts & messaging semantics
Replication, reliability, and durability
Kafka internals, infrastructure, and control
Data retention strategies
Experience with MongoDB (data modeling, performance, and scalability)
Familiarity with Sonar for code quality and technical debt management
CI/CD experience using Jenkins

Databases: Experience with one or more of the following enterprise databases: Oracle DB / Sybase IQ / DB2
Rules Engines: Hands-on experience with Drools or any equivalent rules engine

Key Skills:

Java 8 / Java 11, Lambda, Stream API, Kafka, Drools Rules Engine

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Dice Id: 10330808
Position Id: 2026-94526
Posted 16 hours ago

Company Info

About VDart, Inc.

VDart, headquartered in Atlanta, GA, is a global leader in digital talent solutions and IT staffing, delivering top technology professionals to businesses worldwide. With a strong presence across North America, Europe and Asia, we specialize in helping organizations navigate complex technology landscapes with the right expertise.

Through a strategic, client-focused approach, we have placed over 20,000 professionals across key industries and advanced technology solutions. Whether placing top talent in cutting-edge roles or providing strategic digital workforce solutions, our network of 4,000 specialists across 13 countries is committed to excellence, agility and impact.

Backed by 18 years of industry experience, we go beyond staffing to build long-term partnerships that accelerate digital transformation and drive sustained growth. Whether you need a technology partner to fuel innovation or specialized workforce solutions to maintain a competitive edge, VDart delivers the right people, skills and mindset to create a lasting impact in a digital-first world.

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