Java Software Engineer Contract Jobs in Hayward, CA

Client Overview:
Client is a fast-growing software company providing enterprise solutions to U.S. property and casualty insurance companies. Technology and insurance experts who have developed a robust product that meets the needs of our target market and a strong set of methodologies to deliver and support it. Their solution is in high demand as insurers replace out-of-date systems with more quickly configurable technology to stay competitive. Unlike many enterprise software markets, they are seeing historically high numbers of major system purchases.
They offer something rare in today's job market: growth and stability. They have an active R&D department that keeps our product highly competitive, and we are considered thought leaders in our industry niche on topics such as the use of cloud computing in insurance.
Their product, is a fully Web-based Java platform that meets the technical criteria that insurers are requiring in new systems. The modular system uses Web services and ACORD XML standards and can be deployed as a suite (with rules and workflow engines, policy administration, rating, reinsurance, claims, billing, accounting, data warehousing, document management, consumer and insurance agent self-service and more) or as a point solution, such as the claims module only. Their clients include personal, commercial and specialty insurers across the US.
They are looking to grow our company with highly motivated and team oriented individuals. They successfully leverage agile development methodology (using Scrum) and consider a combination of agile methods and our technology to be a strong differentiator for us in our market.
They offer a competitive comprehensive benefits program which includes four weeks paid time off and a 401K match.

Software Engineer (Java) Insurance (P&C) Software Maker - San Jose, CA    

Title: Software Engineer (Java)                                                                                                                           Client: Insurance (P&C) Software maker                                                                                                       Engagement: FTE with this Insurance (P&C) Software maker                                                                        Location: San Jose, CA                                                                                                                           Authorization: Sponsorship not available 

We are currently seeking a Software Engineer to work with some of the industry's brightest minds deploying and supporting our client's advanced Web-based Property and Casualty Insurance automated software solution.

Skills and Experience Requirements:

 Four to six years of directly related experience Successful track record providing technical support of commercial web-based applications Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent preferred At least 5 years of experience developing large scale software solutions Experience working with teams and independently to develop and implement technical requirements through a combination of custom programming and product configuration Demonstrate ability to effectively manage customer relationships and provide ongoing support for technical projects while consistently achieving the highest levels of customer satisfaction Passion for improving the customer experience Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Works well independently, but also is a team player Insurance industry knowledge e and project management experience is a plus

 Required Technical Skills:

Java, Tomcat, Windows and/or Linux, SQL, at least one major database (SQL Server, Oracle or MySQL), scripting languages

Preferred Technical Skills:

HTML, XML, Velocity, JavaScript, Eclipse, agile development experience, performance and/or database tuning experience

Overall Responsibility: 

In this role, you will work directly with client's customers, Professional Services, and Product Development teams to develop, support and deliver exceptional customer solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java and other web-based technologies, exceptional communication skills, superior problem-solving/analytical skills and a positive, professional attitude. Their company is 100% reference-able across all customers due to our passion for exceeding their expectations. 

Their software support team is in charge of diagnosing and resolving customer issues, managing and delivering product upgrades and delivering new products and features after implementation of the system. Software Engineers work with their customers to investigate and resolve technical problems on software products, field and deliver requests for new functionality, and advocate for customer needs.

Java, Tomcat, Windows and/or Linux, SQL, at least one major database (SQL Server, Oracle or MySQL), scripting languages

About Saviance Technologies

Saviance Technologies is an EEO employer, employing over 500 professionals across more than 5 offices and 3 global delivery centers in the U.S, UK and India. We offer a very attractive benefits package which includes Medical, dental and vision insurance and compares well with the best in the industry. We deliver a full portfolio of services that includes Application Development & Management, Mobile Testing Services, Enterprise Software Solutions, Engineering Services, Full Spectrum of Microsoft Technology Solutions, Business Intelligence & Data Warehousing, Global  Infrastructure  as well as Professional Services. Our mission is to 'To provide world class Staff Augmentation Services to our clients to enable them to win and grow by using our talent and experience in technological services, intuitive strategies and focused execution'. We also help with strategic hiring needs of our clients who figure in the Fortune 100 list, or among the largest System Implementers. 

For immediate consideration please send a Microsoft word copy of your resume to us. Please include the job title, authorization to work, interview/project availability and contact information. Call us now - we guarantee an interview, provided you have the right set of skills and attitude.