Senior Developer / Tech Lead

Job Title: Senior Developer / Tech LeadLocation: Houston, TX or Chicago, IL (Hybrid)Duration: Temp - 5 monthsPay Range: $58/hr to $64/hr (W2)Job ID: 406744About BCforwardBCforward 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 DescriptionWe are seeking a Senior Developer / Technical Lead to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in .NET development, API integration, cloud messaging, CI/CD, and secure DevOps and a proven ability to lead end-to-end delivery, mentor teams, and establish development standards for scalable, secure solutions.Responsibilities:Design, develop, and maintain robust API integrations using JSON and Kong API Gateway.Implement and manage messaging solutions using IBM MQ and Solace.Develop secure applications leveraging AWS Key Management Service (KMS) for encryption and decryption.Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Harness or equivalent platforms.Integrate and automate security scanning with Veracode, SonarQube, GHAS, and Wiz.Collaborate with architects, DevOps, security, and product stakeholders to align solutions with business needs.Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration and messaging issues.Document technical designs, standards, processes, and procedures.Required Skills & Qualifications:7+ years of software development focused on cloud-native applications.Technical leadership experience in an onshore/offshore model with ownership of delivery and team performance.Ability to mentor engineers, set coding standards, and promote consistency through delivery.Proven Agile experience with Scrum, sprint planning, and Jira for backlog management.Deep experience in .NET (required). Java experience is helpful.Strong background in API integration using JSON and Kong API Gateway.Hands-on experience with IBM MQ and Solace messaging platforms.Proficiency with AWS KMS for secure key management and encryption.Experience building CI/CD pipelines using Harness or similar tools.Familiarity with Veracode, SonarQube, GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS), and Wiz.Proficient in one or more languages such as Java, Python, .NET Core, or Node.js, with GitHub and GitHub Copilot usage.Experience with Jira for work tracking and execution.Proficiency with infrastructure as code, preferably Terraform.Proficient in application observability using tools such as Datadog or Dynatrace.Strong understanding of microservices architecture and secure coding practices.Preferred Skills:AWS Developer or Security certification.Experience with containerization using Docker.Professional or personal experience with Large Language Model (LLM) applications such as Claude Code (CLI).Experience with AI-assisted development.Why BCforward?At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:Competitive compensation and benefitsOpportunities for growth with global clientsA supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and peopleExposure to cutting-edge technologies and projectsAbout Our CommitmentBCforward 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.