Senior Java Software Engineer Jobs in Plymouth, MN

Contractor Opportunity: Senior Java Software Engineer

Location: Minneapolis, MN, On-Site

Engagement Type: Contractor via Third-Party Supplier

Contracting Entity: Accenture

Supplier of Record: BCforward

Start Date: 09/21/2026

Duration: 6 Months with potential for extension

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Software Engineer to join a collaborative Agile development team supporting enterprise-scale applications and services. This role is ideal for a software engineer who is passionate about building scalable, cloud-based solutions using modern technologies including Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, AWS, and SQL/NoSQL databases.

As a key contributor, you will participate in the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex business challenges.

The ideal candidate combines strong hands-on coding experience with architectural thinking, a commitment to Test-Driven Development (TDD), and a passion for continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

This opportunity is open to individuals located in the Minneapolis, MN and/or surrounding areas.

Contractors will be engaged and paid by BCforward, which will serve as the employer of record for tax and compliance purposes.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable Java-based applications and microservices.
• Follow Agile development principles and actively participate in sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement sessions.
• Review functional and technical requirements, validate acceptance criteria, and ensure quality delivery before QA handoff.
• Contribute to technical solution design and architecture discussions for new features and enhancements.
• Participate in pair programming, peer reviews, and collaborative problem-solving activities.
• Take initiative to identify technical improvements and implement creative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
• Continuously improve code quality through automated testing, refactoring, and adherence to development standards.
• Share knowledge with team members and contribute to a culture of continuous learning.

• Develop and deliver production-ready software features using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and support event-driven integrations utilizing Kafka and messaging technologies.
• Create scalable database integrations leveraging both SQL and NoSQL platforms.
• Contribute to cloud-native application development and deployment within AWS environments.
• Produce technical designs and implementation documentation for assigned features.
• Deliver high-quality, low-defect code with strong unit and integration test coverage.
• Support CI/CD processes and production deployment activities.
• Consistently deliver sprint commitments while maintaining engineering excellence.

• Java
• Spring Boot
• Apache Kafka
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• SQL Databases
• NoSQL Databases (MongoDB, Cassandra, or similar)
• Jenkins CI/CD Pipelines
• Git-Based Source Control
• Linux and macOS Development Environments
• Agile Delivery Tools (Jira or similar)
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6+ years of software engineering experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Java or other JVM-based languages.
• 3+ years of experience developing applications using Spring Boot.
• 3+ years of experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Cassandra.
• 3+ years of experience with database integrations and technical architecture concepts.

• Experience developing cloud-native applications in AWS.
• Knowledge of open-source technologies such as Apache and Tomcat.
• Experience implementing and supporting Jenkins CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with Linux and macOS operating systems.
• Proven ability to influence technical design and architectural decisions.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for mentoring teammates and sharing technical knowledge.

This is a contractor role administered through a third-party payroll supplier. The supplier will determine compensation, benefits, and applicable employment policies.

The contractor will not be eligible for employee benefits from Accenture.

The supplier will ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws including ADA, FMLA, and local ordinances.

Contractors must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for work authorization in the United States.

Individuals currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Contractor candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest. A criminal conviction history is not an absolute bar to engagement with Accenture.

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• In response to a formal complaint or charge;
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Compensation for contractor roles supporting Accenture is determined by the contractor’s employer BCforward, and varies depending on factors such as location, role, skill set, and experience.

As required by law, below you’ll find the reasonable range of compensation BCforward expects to pay for this role as set forth below.

We anticipate this contractor role will be posted until 09/04/2026.

BCforward offers a market competitive suite of benefits including but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k. See more information on our benefits here: https://www.bcforward.com/bcforward-benefits/

• California – $53 to $60
• Colorado – $53 to $60
• Cleveland – $53 to $60
• District of Columbia – $53 to $60
• Illinois – $53 to $60
• Maryland – $53 to $60
• Massachusetts – $53 to $60
• Minnesota – $53 to $60
• New York/New Jersey – $53 to $60
• Washington – $53 to $60

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