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Job Title: Lead Java/Spring Boot Full Stack Engineer
Location: Plano, TX
Duration: Contract - 8 months
Pay Range: $68.25/hr (W2)
Job ID: 408068
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 experienced Application Programmer III to join our team supporting internet banking applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Spring Boot microservices, Java 21, containerized deployments, and modern front-end frameworks, with demonstrable use of GenAI tools to accelerate delivery and code quality. The candidate will be able to design and prototype secure solutions, contribute across the SDLC, and guide teams toward stable, scalable deliverables.
Responsibilities:
- Designs, develops, enhances, tests, supports, and debugs software applications for business and support functions.
- Leads technical design, provides strategic direction, and contributes to system architecture for initiatives.
- Builds and maintains Spring Boot microservices on Java 21 with secure, scalable patterns.
- Creates prototypes and UML diagrams to capture current and target states.
- Collaborates with architects and business partners to implement security controls for banking applications.
- Coordinates with external programming teams to deliver on time and within budget.
- Provides estimates, feedback, and technical guidance to project managers and developers.
- Adheres to Agile practices, TDD, CI, and code review standards.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proficiency in Spring Boot and Java 21 for microservices development.
- Hands-on experience with GenAI tools, with ability to deliver approximately 50% of project outputs using GenAI-assisted workflows. Candidates must describe tool usage, coding percentage, and outcomes on the resume.
- Experience with container platforms such as OpenShift or similar.
- Front-end development with at least one RIA framework: Angular, React, or jQuery. AngularJS exposure preferred.
- ORM and persistence frameworks such as Hibernate, JPA, MyBatis/iBatis, and messaging with Kafka.
- Source control with Bitbucket or GitHub, build using Maven, and testing with JUnit and Mockito within TDD and CI pipelines.
- IDE proficiency in Eclipse or IntelliJ.
- Relational databases and SQL with Oracle, Sybase, or SQL Server.
- Front-end fundamentals: JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, Ajax, and SASS.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in banking or financial services security patterns and threat mitigation.
- Background in Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning and practical application of GenAI in SDLC.
Additional Details & Submission Guidelines:
- Hybrid schedule with a minimum of 3 days onsite per week in Plano, TX. Onsite from day 1.
- Target start month: September or October.
- Glider assessment with ID verification required.
- Vendors may submit up to three candidates. Resumes must include current location, onsite intent, and indicate if the candidate lacks 18 months tenure availability.
- Resumes must highlight relevant skills used in each project and specify GenAI usage, including coding percentage and outcomes. Avoid repetitive or inflated content.
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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