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Saransh Inc

Performance Tester / Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Contract Skill Metrics: Blazemeter AWS Core Java Loadrunner Jmeter Required Skills & Experience: • Hands-on experience with performance testing tools: LoadRunner, JMeter, BlazeMeter • Proficiency ...

Cynet Systems, Inc.

IBM Filenet Developer

Cary, NC

Contract Need only USC/GC/EAD/H1B Job Details: Skills Required for the Role: This role person will ... Strong familiarity with the Java EE foundation Stack: Servlet, JSP, JMS, EL, JCA, CDI, JTA, JPA ...

Mastech Digital

Data Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

$68/hr

This is a Contract position, and the client is looking for someone to start immediately. Duration ... Java - Proven experience writing microservices with Java - Strong in managing API to database ...

krg technology inc

IBM DataCap developer

Cary, NC · On-site

CONTRACT(6-12months) * 3+ year's extensive experience with DataCap and C#. * Strong familiarity with the Java EE foundation Stack: Servlet, JSP, JMS, EL, JCA, CDI, JTA, JPA, JAX-WS, JAX-RS, JMX, JAXR ...

Mastech Digital

Full Stack Engineer

Durham, NC · Remote

$65 - $72/hr

Duration: 6+ Months Contract Location: Durham, NC (Hybrid) Salary: $65.00-$72.00/Hourly Role: Full Stack Engineer Primary Skills: Java Role Description: The Full Stack Engineer must have 7+ years of ...

Procom Services

iOS Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$50.25 - $69.25/hr

... Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) ICAP (Contractor ... Data Modeling Database design/administration SQL Scripting language (python, java or ruby) Bash ...

Spruce Infotech

Technical Product Owner

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Raleigh, NC 27614 - Hybrid (2-3 days onsite per week) Vendor Rate: 48 w2 Contract duration: 6 ... Detailed We are seeking an experienced Technical Product Owner with a deep understanding of Java ...

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc

BAS Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

C, C++, Java, Python, VBA, etc.) * Excellent computer skills. * Positive influence and ability to ... This document does not constitute a contract and is subject to change at the discretion of Hoffman ...

Varsity Tutors

AP Computer Science A Tutor

Durham, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Deep knowledge of Java programming including primitive types, objects, boolean expressions ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

Varsity Tutors

AP Computer Science A Tutor

Raleigh, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Deep knowledge of Java programming including primitive types, objects, boolean expressions ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

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As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for java contract in Apex, NC is $43.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.36 and $48.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Java contractors and how can they be managed effectively?

Java contractors often work on short-term projects or fill skill gaps in development teams, which can present challenges such as quickly adapting to new codebases and varying team dynamics. To manage these effectively, it’s important to have strong communication skills, a proactive approach to understanding project requirements, and the ability to rapidly learn existing systems. Building rapport with permanent team members and maintaining thorough documentation can also help ease the transition. Staying current with Java frameworks and tools further ensures you can contribute value from day one.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Java Contractor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Java Contractor, you need strong proficiency in Java programming, experience with object-oriented design, and a solid understanding of software development methodologies, often supported by a relevant degree or certifications like Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer (OCPJP). Familiarity with development tools such as Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA, version control systems like Git, and frameworks such as Spring or Hibernate is typically required. Excellent problem-solving, adaptability, and communication skills help you collaborate with diverse teams and quickly respond to project changes. These skills ensure high-quality, maintainable code and successful completion of contract-based software projects.

What is the difference between Java Contract vs Java Developer?

AspectJava ContractJava Developer
CredentialsTypically requires Java certifications, experience in contract rolesRequires Java certifications, degree in computer science or related field
Work EnvironmentProject-based, short-term assignments, flexible hoursFull-time, ongoing employment, structured work hours
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies for specific projects, consulting firmsEmployed directly by companies, tech firms, or agencies
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for contract opportunities, flexibilityCompared for full-time roles, career growth

Java Contract roles are typically project-based, offering short-term assignments with flexible schedules, ideal for those seeking variety or freelance work. Java Developers usually work full-time, with ongoing responsibilities and career development opportunities. Both roles require Java certifications and experience, but differ mainly in employment type and work environment.

What is a Java contract job?

A Java contract job is a temporary position where a programmer is hired to work on projects using the Java programming language for a fixed period, rather than as a permanent employee. Contractors are often brought in to fill skill gaps, complete specific projects, or handle increased workloads. These roles can be full-time or part-time and typically last from a few months to over a year, depending on the project's needs. Contractors may work onsite or remotely and are usually paid hourly or by project milestone. Java contract jobs offer flexibility and the opportunity to work with a variety of companies and technologies.
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Automation Tester - Developer

Automation Tester - Developer

Accord Technologies Inc.

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Contractor

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Title: Automation Tester/Developer
Location; Raleigh, NC
Duration: 12 months
Position type: W2 contract
 
 
***Only qualified Automation Tester/Developer candidates located near the Raleigh NC area to be considered due to the position requiring an onsite presence***
PREFERRED CERTIFICATION:
• TOSCA NeoLoad Q-Test and Others
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
• Experience and proficiency developing and executing automated test scripts in TOSCA (5+ Years)
• Experience and proficiency in using HP test tools including Test Director/Quality Center 9.0 or higher and Quick Test Professional (QTP) 9.5 or higher (5+ Years)
• Experience testing web GUI client/server and database applications (5+ Years)
• Experience with requirements analysis and automated test cases/script development (5+ Years)
• Experience with automated testing tools writing test plans and reviewing test cases (5+ Years)
• Experience with Agile (Scrum Kanban or SAFe) development (5+ Years)
• Experience with testing Curam products (1+ Years)
• Good oral and written communications skills in order to interact on a daily basis with system developer’s business analysts and others    
• Ability to prioritize tasks within the project and work with minimal supervision or guidance   
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment    
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills    
• Experience developing and executing Selenium automated test scripts (2+ Years)
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE :
• Experience using NeoLoad and qTest (2+ Years)
• Understanding of FNS/SNAP Program Policy guidelines (2+ Years)
• Experience coding using Java/J2EE (1+ Years)
• Experience testing for a health and human services project (1+ Years)
• Experience developing and testing using junits and jomockits (1+ Years)
• Experience with executing SQL to validate or test (2+ Years)
• Experience navigating on a UNIX platform (1+ Years)
Client is seeking a motivated automation test engineer in the role of QA Test Engineer/Automation Test Developer to join our development team contributing to the full lifecycle of Java-based applications in a collaborative environment. This position is responsible for executing automated test scripts in TOSCA to support regression testing, manual testing, test script writing, development of automated test scripts in TOSCA, junit and jmockit test script development to support automated developer testing, assist senior developers in building, testing and debugging Java applications, participating in code reviews, and following the SDLC best practices in a supportive team setting focusing on growth and contributing to quality software development and delivery in the Curam Application
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The primary responsibilities of this position will be to write manual test scripts for release testing develop automated TOSCA scripts complete manual testing and execute automated test scripts for code releases by collaborating with senior developers and business staff within cross-functional agile teams to understand requirements and implement testing solutions to ensure application stability
• Secondary responsibilities of this position may include developing junits and jmockits to aid in developer unit testing assisting senior developers with the maintenance of java applications debug to resolve software defects writing clean efficient testable and well-documented code following industry standards participating in code reviews providing and receiving feedback to improve code quality working with databases (eg Oracle SQL etc) and integrating into applications contribute to system documentation and continuous improvement of development processes and staying current with new testing and Java technologies trends and best practices
• The basic skills necessary for this position are proficiency in writing manual test scripts knowledge of manual testing procedures developing automated TOSCA test scripts based on the manual test scripts executing TOSCA automated scripts and a working knowledge of ALM Q-Test and NeoLoad
• Additional skills beyond the basics include knowledge of junit and jmockit test case development Java understanding of Agile methodologies knowledge of front-end technologies (ie HTML CSS JavaScript) and exposure to Spring Framework Hibernate or related technologies