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Software Engineer (JAVA) - Remote at Washington, DC

Contract Duration: 3+ months

Seeking a skilled Software Engineer with proficiency in Java.

• Technical Skills
  • Strong Java development experience, including object-oriented programming, backend services, and integration workflows.
  • Hands-on experience with API development and integration, including RESTful services, authentication patterns, and data transformation.
  • Proficiency with Apache Kafka, including producing/consuming messages, schema management, and troubleshooting distributed data pipelines.
  • Experience developing and scheduling cron jobs or other automated/background tasks within enterprise environments.
  • Strong SQL skills with the ability to write complex queries, tune performance, and troubleshoot issues.
  • Experience working with Oracle databases, including stored procedures, schema design, and performance optimization.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines—preferably using tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
  • Understanding of enterprise integration patterns, especially in environments with multiple upstream/downstream systems.
• Domain Knowledge
  • Familiarity with Fleet Management / Vehicle Maintenance Systems or other asset management domains.
  • Understanding of Inventory Management concepts, parts workflows, and related system integrations.
• Delivery & Process Skills
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, participating in sprint ceremonies, backlog refinement, and story estimation.
  • Ability to use work management tools (VersionOne preferred).
  • Understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM) processes, including incident, problem, and change management (ServiceNow preferred).
• Soft Skills
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, especially in complex enterprise architectures.
  • Ability to work closely with functional analysts, QA testers, product owners, and business stakeholders.
  • Comfortable acting as a technical SME in discussions with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document solutions, defects, and integration flows.
  • Highly collaborative, with the ability to navigate multiple teams, vendors, and integration partners.