Junior Java Developer Remote Jobs in Rutherford, NJ

Job#: 3030676
Job Description:
Java Developer
Location: Iselin, NJ (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract
Role Overview
In this contingent resource assignment, the Software Engineer will consult on complex initiatives with broad organizational impact and large-scale planning. The role involves reviewing and analyzing complex, multi-faceted engineering challenges. The engineer will contribute to resolving technical problems by applying a deep understanding of engineering practices, enterprise standards, and compliance requirements, collaborating closely with client personnel.
Key Responsibilities

• Write production-level Java and/or Python code daily to support enterprise initiatives.
• Support BMG migration as part of an enterprise data center exit strategy.
• Develop and enhance solutions for AI-driven fraud and detection use cases.
• Analyze business and technical requirements to design and implement solutions.
• Leverage and adopt in-house AI capabilities to improve engineering productivity.
• Technically own medium-sized modules, working independently while guiding junior engineers.
• Participate in production issue resolution, including infrequent after-hours support during scheduled releases.

Required Qualifications
Experience: 8+ years of hands-on Software Engineering experience, with strong expertise in Java (full stack leaning backend) and/or Python, writing production-level code daily.
Technical Skills: Proven experience with containerization using Docker and Kubernetes in a hands-on implementation capacity. Must have the ability to analyze complex requirements and build scalable engineering solutions in large enterprise environments.
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a cloud platform, preferably Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform); AWS or other cloud experience is also acceptable.
• Experience with MongoDB.
• Possession of cloud certifications (Google, AWS, or equivalent).

Compensation & Benefits
A compensation range and benefits package will be discussed with qualified candidates.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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