Job#: 3026592 Job Description: Job Title: Software Engineer III
Location: Remote (Est Hours)
Pay: $60-$68
Length: 6 months
Seeking a Senior Java Developer to support and enhance a mission-critical enterprise application in a regulated environment. The role focuses on maintaining and improving a Java 8 / legacy J2EE codebase, delivering new features, and resolving production issues while ensuring stability, reliability, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Java SE 8 / legacy J2EE applications
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, including root-cause analysis
- Implement new functionality while maintaining system stability
- Support integrations, batch processing, and downstream dependencies
- Participate in code reviews and follow development standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional technical and business teams
- Contribute to documentation and operational readiness
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of Java development experience (Java SE 8 required)
- Strong experience with legacy or monolithic Java/J2EE applications
- Experience with Spring, JDBC, Hibernate, or similar frameworks
- Proven production support experience in enterprise environments
- Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills
- Experience working within regulated or controlled environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in financial services or other regulated industries
- Familiarity with Unix/Linux environments and enterprise platforms
- Exposure to CI/CD tools (Git, Jenkins, Maven, Gradle)
- Experience with newer Java versions (11 or 17)
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
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.
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