SmallTalk Dev - DE, NC, NJ, AZ, TX

Job#: 3026382

Job Description:
Client: Financial Services
Team: TBA
Job Title: Specialty Software Engineer 3 - SmallTalk
Locations:

• Wilmington, DE (2200 Concord Pike)
• Iselin, NJ
• Zone 2 eligible locations: Charlotte, NC Phoenix, AZ (Rose Garden) Irving, TX

Location Tier: Zone 1
Bill Rate: $67 - $72
Contract Length: 12 months, possible extension or conversion
RTO: 3 days onsite required

Top Requirements:

5+ years of SmallTalk engineering experience

Ability to package and deploy SmallTalk applications to non-production environments

Strong understanding of OOP techniques and design principles

Exposure to Microsoft SQL Server (nice to have)

Strong communication, analytical, and troubleshooting skills

Ability to multi-task and pick up complex business logic quickly

Recent engineering experience (not long gaps or PM-only backgrounds)

Plusses / Nice to Have:

Full-stack Java experience (especially backend)

Experience with modernization/migration efforts from legacy SmallTalk to Java

Experience supporting React UI components

Prior experience modernizing long-lived legacy systems

Background supporting credit card servicing applications

Job Summary:

The Specialty Software Engineer 3 will support and enhance legacy SmallTalk applications used for credit card servicing in call centers, while also contributing to long-term modernization efforts migrating to Java. This senior-level engineer will work on a Scrum team, completing story-based development in two-week sprints, supporting existing SmallTalk applications, and participating in modernization and backend enhancements. The role requires deep SmallTalk expertise, strong OOP understanding, and the ability to quickly learn complex business functions within enterprise systems.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Develop, maintain, and enhance legacy SmallTalk applications

Package and deploy SmallTalk builds in non-production environments

Work within Scrum teams, completing story-based assignments in sprints

Support modernization efforts transitioning legacy SmallTalk systems to Java

Troubleshoot system issues, identify root causes, and propose solutions

Document processes, logic, and technical designs

Collaborate with developers, testers, BA/PO, and modernization teams

Participate in vulnerability management and remediation activities

Assist with backend logic improvements; optional support on React UI if needed

Learn business logic and credit card servicing workflows to effectively support the platform

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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.