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Pyramid Consulting

Java Developer

Plano, TX

$49 - $63.50/hr

Java Developer Immediate need for a talented Java Developer with experience in the Telecom Industry ... This is a 12 months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Plano TX. ...

ClifyX

JAVA Developer

Hartford, CT

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

Hartford, CT Job Type: 6 to 12 Month Contract Client- Cognizant Job Responsibilities Looking for a Sr Java Developer with very good hands on experience to work on development project. Hands on ...

Genius Road

Senior Java Developer

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$56.75 - $72.25/hr

Senior Java Developer Contract: 12 months renewable Location: Austin, Texas (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) *****No 3rd Parties - Candidates MUST be US Citizen or Green Card Holder for this role***** We are ...

Procom Consultants Group

Senior Java Developer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$65.25 - $83/hr

... Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) ICAP (Contractor Payroll) Flextrack (Vendor Management System) Senior Java Developer On behalf of our client, Procom ...

Kanak Elite Services Inc

Java Developer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$51.50 - $66.75/hr

McLean, VA Hybrid (Must be local) Duration : long term contract * Required Ex-Capital One Candidate * We need some strong Java developer with AWS certification, AWS and Devops. Skillset: * Need a ...

MM International

Java Developer

Newark, DE · On-site

$49.75 - $64.50/hr

Duration: 12 Months Contract Must have: * Java * Spring boot * Microservices We are seeking a skilled Application Developer (Java Developer) with 5-7 years of experience to join our online banking ...

Genius Road

Senior Java Developer #3196

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$56.75 - $72.25/hr

Sr. Java Developer Contract: 12 months renewable Location: Austin, Texas (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) *****No 3rd Parties - Candidates MUST be US Citizen or Green Card Holder for this role***** We are ...

Mothership

Java Developer

Plano, TX

$50/hr

Contract We are seeking an experienced Java Backend Developer for a full-time onsite position in Plano, TX . The ideal candidate will be proficient in Java , Spring Boot , Kafka , and Cassandra , and ...

Genius Road

Senior Java Developer #3196

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$56.75 - $72.25/hr

Sr. Java Developer Contract: 12 months renewable Location: Austin, Texas (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) *****No 3rd Parties - Candidates MUST be US Citizen or Green Card Holder for this role***** We are ...

Purple Drive Technologies

Java Developer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$49.25 - $63.75/hr

Contract Experience: 6-8 Years Role Overview We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with strong expertise in Advanced Java concepts, Oracle SQL, and Angular (v13 or higher) . The ideal candidate ...

Purple Drive

Java Developer

Columbus, OH

$47.75 - $61.75/hr

Contract Experience: 6-8 Years Role Overview We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with strong expertise in Advanced Java concepts, Oracle SQL, and Angular (v13 or higher) . The ideal candidate ...

Innovcentric LLC

Java Developer

Albany, NY · On-site

$65/hr

Senior Java Developer Rate: $50/hr (Contract Position) Required Skills & Experience 5+ years of hands-on experience with Java/JEE. Proficiency in JPA/Hibernate for ORM and database management. Strong ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for java programmer contract in the United States is $55.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.36 and $62.74 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Java Programmer Contract, you need strong proficiency in Java programming, object-oriented design, and experience with frameworks like Spring and Hibernate, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with version control systems such as Git, build tools like Maven or Gradle, and optionally certification like Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) Java SE is valuable. Excellent problem-solving, time management, and clear communication skills help you excel in remote or cross-functional contract environments. These capabilities ensure efficient project delivery, seamless collaboration, and high-quality software solutions within a contractual timeframe.

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Contract Java Programmers often encounter challenges such as quickly adapting to new codebases, understanding existing project architectures, and integrating with teams that may have long-established workflows. Because contract roles usually have tight deadlines, the ability to rapidly produce high-quality code and communicate progress is essential. It’s also common to juggle multiple priorities or projects simultaneously, making organization and self-motivation key. By proactively seeking clarity and collaborating effectively, contract Java programmers can quickly overcome these hurdles and deliver successful results.

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A Java Programmer Contract job is a temporary position where a programmer is hired for a specific duration to develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications. Contract roles can vary in length, from a few months to a year or more, depending on project requirements. Contractors typically work for a company or client without being a full-time employee, often through an agency or as independent consultants. These roles may offer flexibility and higher pay rates compared to permanent positions but usually do not include employee benefits.

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Java Developer

Java Developer

Pyramid Consulting

Plano, TX

$49 - $63.50/hr

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Job description

Java Developer

Immediate need for a talented Java Developer with experience in the Telecom Industry. This is a 12 months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Plano TX. Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Java application development experience
  • Java app-to-app integration (web-services) experience
  • HTTPS/SSL
  • ESB experience – especially WSO2
  • Security Compliance experience (e.g. CPI 810)
  • Project Management experience
  • Wildfly v11
  • Eclipse IDE
  • RDBMS, Oracle SQL, Unix, Linux, JDBC
  • 4+ years of solid Java development experience
  • Modernize and support existing Java-based applications and integration interfaces in an effort to achieve compliance.
  • Migrate JBoss apps to Wildfly 11

Our client is a leading Telecom Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. Qualified candidates should apply NOW for immediate consideration.

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