Junior Full Stack Software Engineer Jobs in California

Job#: 3025814
Job Description:
Apex Systems is hiring a Jr. Full Stack Software Engineer for a large healthcare client.
Location: Pleasanton, California (Partial Remote)
Employment Type: Contract with potential to extend or convert.
Role Overview
We are seeking a driven Full Stack Java Engineer with hands-on expertise in developing end-to-end enterprise applications. The ideal candidate brings technical depth in Java-based development, demonstrates analytical and problem-solving abilities, and excels at delivering clean, maintainable, and scalable solutions. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential for this role, which involves a hybrid work model with one day per week in the office.
Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and support web applications and other technology solutions.
• Work with infrastructure and support teams to achieve a smooth handoff of responsibility for running the production system.
• Adhere to established development and security standards.
• Articulate work clearly, explaining the specific role and deliverables within a project in detail.
• Collaborate with on-site teams, including face-to-face interaction and whiteboarding sessions.

Required Qualifications
Education: BS or equivalent in engineering or a related technical area.
Experience: 2-4 years of experience building and maintaining high-performance Java applications. Experience with web page buildouts using Angular 11+ is required. Entry Level Candidates with a Master's degree may be considered.
Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Java-based Full Stack development.
• Experience with Angular (version 11+, not AngularJS).
• Knowledge of MS SQL Server for backend development.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and Microservices architecture.
• Understanding of containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and GIT.
• Proficiency with Unix/Linux environments, including shell scripting; Windows PowerShell scripting is also required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master's degree is preferred, along with relevant certifications.
• Hands-on experience with token-based security models, including OAuth2.
• Practical experience with runbook automation, TeamCity, and Artifactory.
• Exposure to workflow orchestration patterns for real-time and scheduled processing.
• Strong documentation skills, with the ability to create UML diagrams and architecture artifacts.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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