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Freelance Java Backend Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

ITsutra, Inc.

Backend Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52 - $67.50/hr

... DevOps • High Availability and Reliable Solutions • Some architecture experience Technical Skills (Desired) • Python experience Job Description • ...

SYSTEGRATION INC

Sr. Backend Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$124K - $161K/yr

We are helping our Direct Client (Fortune 100 company) to look for Top Notch/Expert Sr. Backend Java Developer for 100% Onsite Multi-Year Contract role in Chicago Downtown, Immediate Start! Client ...

SYSTEGRATION INC

Sr. Backend Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$124K - $161K/yr

We are helping our Direct Client (Fortune 100 company) to look for Top Notch/Expert Sr. Backend Java Developer for 100% Onsite Multi-Year Contract role in Chicago Downtown, Immediate Start! Client ...

Worldpay, Inc.

Senior Backend Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

As a Lead Software Engineer with strong back-end expertise, you'll start your day aligning with ... Your focus will be on driving Java and Spring Boot-based services, APIs, and integrations that ...

FIS

Senior Backend Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

As a Lead Software Engineer with strong back-end expertise, you'll start your day aligning with ... Your focus will be on driving Java and Spring Boot-based services, APIs, and integrations that ...

Artech

Java Developer

Deerfield, IL

$51.75 - $67/hr

Java Developer Location: Riverwood, IL Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extention) Job Summary * We ... Build and manage RESTful APIs and backend services. * Implement and maintain application security ...

Samprasoft

Jr Java Developer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$52.50 - $68/hr

Java Developer * Springboot * SQL * Rest API experience * Backend experience * Helping deployments, resolving vulnerabilities * Building new microservice for inhouse product Years of experience: 4 ...

Aquent

Backend Java Developer plus QA

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65 - $72/hr

We are seeking an experienced engineer to design and implement cutting-edge solutions that drive ... Strong expertise in core Java and backend development. * Proven industry experience with Core Java ...

Resource 1

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$52.50 - $68/hr

Resource 1 is in need of a Java Developer for a long-term contract. This is hybrid/ remote, so ... and back-end (SQL). Individual should have experience with full life-cycle development, from ...

Apex Informatics

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52.50 - $68/hr

Core Java Developer Work Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid Role) Must have skills: AWS, Microservices ... Identify and address performance bottlenecks in both front-end and back-end components, ensuring ...

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Lead Java Backend Engineer - AWS Cloud

Lead Java Backend Engineer - AWS Cloud

Diversified Services Network, Inc.

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Lead Software Engineer to join our team in Chicago, IL! We offer a hybrid work model, full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your technical career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 500 company - let's talk!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:                 

  • Perform all programming and development assignments without close supervision; normally assigned the more complex aspects of systems work.
  • Act as team leader for development and support groups; provide programming and application/technical leadership, guidance, and assistance to other team members.
  • Work directly on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution, including responding to off-shift and weekend support calls.
  • Work independently on complex systems or infrastructure components that may be used by one or more applications or systems.
  • Drive application development focused around delivering valuable business features.
  • Maintain high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits.
  • Identify and encourage areas for growth and improvement within the team.
  • Mentor junior developers.
  • Communicate with end users and internal customers to help direct development, debugging, and testing of application software for accuracy, integrity, interoperability, and completeness.
  • Lead development of new functionality and applications on cross-functional teams
  • Perform integration testing and customer acceptance testing of components that requires careful planning and execution to ensure timely, quality results
  • Participate in technology evaluation and recommendations.
  • Apply an enterprise-wide view to solutions to support the adoption of standards and practices and promote reuse.
  • Responsible for performing other job duties as assigned by management from time to time.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical engineering or related field is required AND
  • 10+ years' experience of designing and developing software applications in Java.
  • Minimum of 3+ years' experience in leading geographically disbursed teams.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • Strong Java 17 experience.
  • Backend development experience is a MUST
  • Experience with RESTful web services.
  • AWS knowledge - IAM,Kinesis, DynamoDB, API stack, SQS, SNS, KMS
  • Experience with Slick - SQL queries.
  • DevOps experience.
  • High availability and reliable solutions.
  • Some architecture experience.

SOFT SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints Passion for technology and an eagerness to contribute to a team-oriented environment

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holidays

Please follow the link to our website for a list of job openings in Engineering, IT, Project Management, and more! https://www.dsnworldwide.com

Salary expectations: 150,000-170,000 per annual

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