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Java Developer

Fairfield, OH · Remote

$50 - $60/hr

... Month Contract Only Location : REMOTE Pay: $50-60/hr (Compensation can vary depending on experience) General Overview We are seeking a skilled Java Developer to design and build core backend ...

$46.75 - $60.50/hr

Contract Job Overview: * Should have 6 to 8+ experience in developing application using both ... Should have 6 to 8+ years of experience in Java back end technologies like Core Java, Spring ...

Contract Job Overview: Pay Range: $55hr - $60hr * AI/ML developers We are seeking AI/ML engineers ... APIs, backend services, and cloud platforms Establish evaluation, reliability, and performance ...

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Columbus, OH (4 days onsite, 1 day remote) Type: 3+ Months Contract to Hire Summary: The Senior ... Build, enhance, and support Java-based backend services and microservices that power enterprise ...

Contract * 5+ years of experience building modern web applications with strong JavaScript ... Work with backend teams to integrate RESTful APIs and content feeds. * Collaborate with designers ...

$116K - $149K/yr

Contract Duties and Responsibilities : As a Senior DevOps Engineer at Payfare, you will be joining ... Experience in building and maintaining CI & CD for frontend, backend and mobile platforms.

Java Developer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$49.25 - $63.75/hr

Contract Interview Type: Phone + Face to Face (OR) Video Call Keys are: Good mid-tier ability to ... back end data sources and applications (they use mostly restful services and JSP for this) Solid ...

Java Developer

Columbus, OH

$49.25 - $63.75/hr

Contract Interview Type: Phone + Face to Face (OR) Video Call Keys are: Good mid-tier ability to ... back end data sources and applications (they use mostly restful services and JSP for this) Solid ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Backend Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Backend Developer, you need strong programming skills in languages like Python, Java, or Node.js, along with experience in database management and API development, supported by a relevant degree or proven project experience. Familiarity with frameworks (such as Django, Spring, or Express), cloud services (like AWS or Azure), and version control systems (e.g., Git) is typically expected. Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong communication, and the ability to quickly adapt to new codebases and team environments set top contractors apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering reliable, scalable backend solutions and integrating smoothly into diverse project teams.

What are some common challenges faced by Contract Backend Developers when joining a new project?

Contract Backend Developers often encounter challenges such as quickly understanding existing codebases, adapting to different tech stacks, and aligning with the team's development practices. Since contract roles usually have tight deadlines, developers must rapidly familiarize themselves with project documentation and workflows. Effective communication with team members and proactive clarification of requirements are essential to ensure smooth integration and successful project outcomes.

What are contract backend developers?

Contract backend developers are professionals hired on a temporary or project basis to build and maintain the server-side logic, databases, and APIs that power web or mobile applications. They work behind the scenes to ensure that applications function smoothly, handle data efficiently, and communicate effectively with front-end systems. Unlike full-time employees, contract backend developers typically work for a set duration or on specific projects, offering flexibility to both clients and developers. They often bring specialized expertise in programming languages such as Python, Java, Node.js, or Ruby, and may work remotely or on-site depending on the contract terms.
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Lead Software Engineer - Sr. AWS/Java Developer

JPMorganChase

Westerville, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Job Summary:
JPMorganChase is a leading financial services firm, and they are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to design, build, and operate software for critical ATM channel experiences. The role involves leading enterprise-grade services development, applying engineering best practices, and providing technical guidance to the team.
Responsibilities:
• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-grade services supporting the ATM Channel Product
• Develop and maintain Java-based services with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Design, build, and govern APIs (REST and/or event-driven), including documentation, versioning, and lifecycle management
• Build data solutions using relational and/or NoSQL databases, applying sound schema design and performance optimization techniques
• Implement cloud-native patterns including microservices, containers, orchestration, observability, and automation
• Drive engineering best practices across development, testing, deployment, and production operations
• Apply AI-assisted engineering workflows to accelerate delivery while maintaining quality, safety, and security standards
• Provide hands-on technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and decision-making leadership across the team
• Perform thorough code reviews to ensure secure coding, test coverage, clean architecture, and maintainable implementations
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure disciplined delivery aligned with change management, auditability, and access control expectations
Qualifications:
Required:
• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience in professional software engineering, including hands-on backend development and production operations
• Advanced Java expertise and strong command of modern backend engineering practices, and experience working on Java Frameworks (Spring boot, Microservices, API Development, and Design Patterns)
• Demonstrated experience designing, building, securing, and operating APIs, including versioning and performance considerations
• Solid experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases, including schema design, indexing, transactions, and performance tuning
• Proven experience delivering cloud-native systems using containers, orchestration, continuous integration/continuous delivery, and observability
• Strong knowledge of secure software development practices and operational readiness for production services and end to end testing of application
• Strong communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to both engineering and non-engineering partners
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills including structured thinking, root-cause analysis, and pragmatic decision-making
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive work to completion with consistent follow-through
Preferred:
• Experience building high-availability, low-latency services for high-traffic customer channels
• Experience with event-driven architecture and distributed systems design patterns
• Experience building automated testing strategies (unit, integration, contract, and performance testing)
• Experience coaching engineers on incident response, on-call practices, and operational excellence
• Experience applying AI-assisted tools to improve developer productivity while maintaining strong controls and quality practices
Company:
With a history tracing its roots to 1799 in New York City, JPMorganChase is one of the world's oldest, largest, and best-known financial institutions—carrying forth the innovative spirit of our heritage firms in global operations across 100 markets. Founded in 2000, the company is headquartered in New York, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.