Java Backend Developer

Job Title: Java Backend Developer Location: Approved locations, Hybrid (onsite 3 days per week, onsite day 1) Duration: Contract - 12 months Pay Range: $65.05/hr (W2) Job ID: 406849 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking an Application Programmer III to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices, and CI/CD and a proven ability to deliver scalable APIs, optimize performance, and support reliable deployments. Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain Java/J2EE REST APIs and microservices using Spring Boot. Participate in Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, code reviews, and testing. Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues and optimize application performance. Support deployments and follow best practices for backend programming and delivery. Project & Team Environment: Work on enterprise API and integration projects supporting customer, account, transaction, and business capabilities. Contribute to cloud-native and microservices modernization with Java/Spring technologies. Deliver new features, application enhancements, and system integrations. Collaborate within an Agile Scrum team with developers, QA, architects, business analysts, and DevOps, across onshore and offshore groups. Stakeholders & Communication: Partner with the Technical Lead and Solution Architect for design and technical decisions. Engage with the Product Owner and Business Analyst for requirements and prioritization. Coordinate with QA, DevOps, and partner application teams for testing and deployments. This role does not involve client interactions. Required Skills & Qualifications: Core backend development with Java 8, J2EE, Spring Boot, JUnit 5, and Maven. Hands-on experience building REST APIs and microservices. Knowledge of backend best practices for coding, testing, and deployment. Experience with Agile development workflows. Preferred Skills: Experience in large corporate IT environments with standard tools for design, build, test, and debug. Continuous Integration exposure with Jenkins, Maven, and GitHub. Adherence to coding standards, unit test coverage, automation, and CI practices. Interview & Start Details: Start month: August or September. Interview: Two rounds. Video required. In-person preferred. Glider ID verification required. Maximum submissions per vendor: 3. Submission Notes: On resume: include current location and relocation plan. List availability and earliest start date. Indicate any cooling-off requirements. Hours per day: 8. Labor type: Technical. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits Opportunities for growth with global clients A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.