Java Developer

Job TitleJava Developer (Remote, Contract)Pay$75–$85/hrLocationNew York, NY — Remote (U.S.)SummaryJoin a remote engineering team supporting a Java-based platform within a highly regulated environment. This contract role focuses on delivering secure, production-grade enhancements across multiple initiatives while collaborating with teams that leverage modern developer productivity tooling, including AI-assisted code generation.Requirements5+ years of professional Java development experience (server-side/backend preferred)Recent experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., financial services, healthcare, insurance, government, or similar)Demonstrated track record building software with strong security considerations (secure coding practices, risk awareness, auditability)Experience working in distributed/remote teams with strong written communication habitsFamiliarity with AI-assisted development tools (AI code generation / coding copilots) and good judgment on their safe/secure usageBachelor's degree (or equivalent practical experience) in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related fieldResponsibilitiesBuild and enhance Java services/components supporting a large-scale enterprise platformDeliver secure, maintainable code aligned to regulated-environment expectations (reviews, controls, documentation where required)Participate in design discussions, code reviews, and iterative delivery across multiple parallel initiativesPartner with cross-functional stakeholders to clarify requirements and translate them into technical deliverablesIdentify and remediate security risks and quality issues (vulnerabilities, logging/monitoring gaps, stability concerns)Contribute to team standards and workflows for safely using AI-assisted coding tools in day-to-day development