Software Developer (Java/Python)

Software Developer (Java/Python)

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Software Developer (Java/Python) for a contract assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in Dallas, TX. Hybrid schedule, onsite 2-3 days per week. Responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain large-scale applications supporting Mortgage Capital Markets (MCM) initiatives
• Support integrations between upstream and downstream enterprise systems
• Build and enhance back-end systems and APIs
• Develop and support UI/front-end components using Angular, React, and JavaScript
• Troubleshoot and resolve production support issues
• Support application deployments and CI/CD processes
• Work with messaging, monitoring, and observability tools
• Collaborate closely with IT leadership, developers, and business stakeholders to gather and refine requirements
• Participate in Agile development activities and technical design discussions
• Support test automation, monitoring, and SRE-related initiatives

Required skills include:

• 8+ years of experience designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining large-scale applications with complex integrations
• Strong hands-on development experience with Java and/or Python
• Experience developing and consuming Web Services and APIs
• 4+ years of experience with data technologies and databases including PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, Apache NiFi, Apache Kafka, and/or Elasticsearch
• Experience writing, reading, and executing SQL scripts
• 2+ years of front-end development experience with Angular, React, and JavaScript
• 3+ years of experience with CI/CD and build automation tools such as Maven, Gradle, and Jenkins
• 3+ years of experience working with cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure or GCP, and Kubernetes
• 3+ years of experience with test automation, including SRE monitoring and synthetic monitoring
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred skills include:

• Experience working in Mortgage Capital Markets environments
• Experience with job scheduling and orchestration tools such as CRON, Tidal, or Airflow
• Experience using Dynatrace or similar application/infrastructure monitoring tools
• Experience working in Agile environments with Test-Driven Development (TDD)
• Strong production support and troubleshooting background

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work.