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Java Developer

Date Posted: Feb 5, 2026

Job #1685236
Contract
New York, New York, USA
60 - 75 per hour (USD)

We have partnered with our client in their search for a Java Developer for a contract to hire opportunity in Brooklyn, NY.


Responsibilities

  • Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting, thinking beyond routine approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems.
  • Develop secure, high-quality production code; review and debug code written by others.
  • Optimize back end applications for maximum speed, reliability, and scalability.
  • Drive adoption of best practices in software development and AI integration, maintaining high standards of quality, security, and efficiency.
  • Identify opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve operational stability of software applications and systems.
  • Work with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure solutions meet business needs.
  • Collaborate with technical Leads and Architects for new products.
  • Contribute to a team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

Skills Required

  • Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 3+ years of applied experience.
  • Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
  • Overall knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle.
  • Proficient in coding in one or more object-oriented languages, including Java 17+ with Spring Boot.
  • Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security.
  • Experience building enterprise applications with high availability and performance using Java, Spring, Kafka, EKS, Distributed Cache.
  • Practical cloud native experience.

Education & Work Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 3+ years

Title Java Developer
Location Brooklyn, NY
Client Industry FinTech
Compensation $60-75/hr

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