Sr Java Developer role (Contract to Hire, Remote)

Senior Software Development Engineer (Java / Cloud) (Remote) We’re seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to help design, build, and enhance enterprise applications that support critical business operations. This role combines hands‑on software development with technical leadership, offering the opportunity to influence application strategy, mentor team members, and drive modernization initiatives. What You'll Do Design, develop, and maintain enterprise applications using Java and Spring Boot. Build and support APIs and integration services utilizing REST, SOAP, and MQ technologies. Provide technical leadership while remaining actively involved in software development. Collaborate with business and technology teams to deliver scalable, high‑quality solutions. Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, architecture discussions, and mentoring activities. Support cloud migration and application modernization initiatives. Help drive long‑term application strategy, performance improvements, and future enhancements. What We're Looking For Strong experience developing applications with Java, Spring Boot, and related frameworks. Experience building APIs and services using REST, SOAP, and messaging technologies. Background delivering enterprise‑scale software solutions in complex environments. Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum development methodologies. Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to guide technical direction while remaining hands‑on. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills. Nice to Have Experience with Angular or React. Azure OpenShift or container‑based cloud environments. CI/CD and DevOps experience with tools such as Jenkins and Git. Kafka, Spring Batch, and other enterprise integration technologies. Experience working in healthcare, insurance, or other highly regulated environments. Exposure to large‑scale legacy application environments and modernization efforts. Technology Stack Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Kafka, JavaScript, REST APIs, SOAP Services, MQ, DB2, MySQL, Azure OpenShift, Git, Jira, Postman, SOAP UI, Tableau, Windows, and Linux. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, leading development initiatives, and building modern enterprise applications in a collaborative Agile environment. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Company Profile Beacon Hill Technologies, a premier National Information Technology Staffing Group, provides world class technology talent across all industries utilizing a complete suite of staffing services. Beacon Hill Technologies' dedicated team of recruiting and staffing experts consistently delivers quality IT professionals to solve our customers' technical and business needs. Beacon Hill Technologies covers a broad spectrum of IT positions, including Project Management and Business Analysis, Programming/Development, Database, Infrastructure, Quality Assurance, Production/Support and ERP roles. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting Benefits Information Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future #J-18808-Ljbffr Beacon Hill Staffing Group