Backend Java Developer

New York, NY, US • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago
Contract W2
On-site
USD $82.43 - 87.43 per hour
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Skills

  • Underwriting
  • Asset Management
  • Business Operations
  • Pricing
  • Automated Testing
  • Software Development Methodology
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Java
  • Spring Framework
  • RESTful
  • Microservices
  • Database
  • SQL
  • MongoDB
  • Elasticsearch
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Productivity
  • GitHub
  • Fluency
  • English
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Analytical Skill
  • Software Development
  • Agile
  • Performance Tuning
  • Financial Services
  • Authentication
  • AngularJS
  • React.js
  • Frontend Development
  • Collaboration
  • MEAN Stack
  • Customer Service
  • Training And Development
  • SAP BASIS

Summary

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is searching for a Backend Java Developer for a contract assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in New York, NY.

Responsibilities:
  • Backend engineer to build and maintain Java services for a mission critical platform.
  • Design REST APIs, implement business logic, optimize data access, and collaborate across engineering and product teams to deliver leading-edge and scalable systems to support multiple business verticals across Lending origination, underwriting, asset management, business operations, market insights, loan pricing, and risk calculations.
  • Design, develop, and maintain a reusable, testable, high performance platform that supports multiple Lending business lines.
  • Build Spring Boot microservices and REST APIs; implement robust data access layers.
  • Apply best practices in code reviews, automated testing, and SDLC execution.
  • Collaborate with global, cross functional teams to deliver end to end solutions and contribute to Agile ceremonies.
  • Ensure quality, security, and compliance standards in all development activities.
  • Independently drive technical initiatives and provide technical advice.
Required Skills:
  • 7+ years of hands on experience building Java 11+ services with Spring Boot and secured RESTful microservices.
  • Strong expertise in relational or document databases (SQL, MongoDB, ES, or similar).
  • Hands on experience with AI developer productivity tooling (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Amp, or similar).
  • Fluent in English communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical ability.
  • Solid understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.
Preferred Skills:
  • Familiarity with performance tuning and observability tooling.
  • Experience working in financial services or regulated environments.
  • Experience with enterprise security and authentication.
  • Angular or React exposure for frontend development and collaboration.
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: sgainc
  • Position Id: 26-01540
  • Posted 3 hours ago

Company Info

About Software Guidance & Assistance

Founded in 1981, SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider with a national footprint and headquartered in the shadow of Wall Street. We’re a certified women-owned business. We provide contingent staffing, direct placement, and professional and managed services to transform businesses and evolve careers. We’re small enough to tailor our services to each client and big enough to deliver for some of the world’s largest employers. Our professionals are experts in areas such as IT, finance, accounting, risk, and clinical.

SGA provides contingent staffing, direct placement, and professional and managed services nationwide for Fortune 500 companies, mid-size businesses and select startups.

Our core skillsets include all areas of technology – business & data analysis, cyber & network security, database administration, development & architecture, infrastructure, program & project management, quality assurance & testing. We also deliver talent across professional business functions such as finance, accounting, risk, and clinical.

Our Professional & Managed Services team delivers IT projects through onshore, offshore and hybrid delivery models. We develop software products, modernize applications, add features, and integrate and maintain systems. Our scope covers, among others, complex application suites, data management and visualizations, machine learning and mobile applications.

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