Java Developer (AI & Enterprise Solutions) - Hybrid

Java Developer (AI & Enterprise Solutions)Genesis10 is currently seeking a Java Developer for a hybrid position with a Global Financial Institution located in Jacksonville, FL. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.We are seeking an innovative and results-driven Java Developer with AI Integration expertise to lead the redesign and modernization of a critical maintenance module. In this role, you will bridge the gap between robust enterprise backend systems and cutting-edge artificial intelligence, defining the target-state architecture and driving key decisions that ensure scalability and long-term platform growth. The ideal candidate will bring deep domain expertise and strong architectural leadership to translate complex business requirements into scalable, future-ready AI solutions. This position requires 3 days onsite per week.Responsibilities:Design and develop scalable microservices using Java (Spring Boot / Quarkus) that seamlessly integrate with LLM APIs, vector databases, and AI model endpointsBuild and optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, semantic search modules, and context-aware AI agentsImplement secure data ingestion, text chunking, embedding generation, and data synchronization workflowsMonitor, benchmark, and evaluate non-deterministic AI outputs, token usage, latency, and prompt accuracyDevelop secure, well-documented RESTful APIs and event-driven data flows using Kafka/RabbitMQContainerize applications using Docker and manage deployments on cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)Write clean, maintainable code backed by comprehensive unit, integration, and evaluation testsRequirements:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related technical field4+ years of professional backend development experience utilizing Java (JDK 17+), Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA, and microservices architectureHands-on experience integrating LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, open-source models) into enterprise applicationsFamiliarity with Java-specific AI ecosystems such as Spring AI or LangChain4jUnderstanding of vector databases, embeddings, semantic search, and context window optimizationStrong proficiency with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) and familiarity with NoSQL or vector storage systemsExperience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines deployed on major cloud infrastructureMastery of object-oriented design patterns, asynchronous programming, and API security (OAuth2/JWT)Desired skills:Prior experience with financial systems, client onboarding platforms, or enterprise master/reference data solutionsExperience in Agile product delivery, roadmap planning, and backlog prioritizationKnowledge of cloud-native architectures and modern DevOps practicesFamiliarity with regulatory, risk, and governance considerations within large financial institutionsPay range: $55.06 - $63.06 per hourOnly candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!