Senior Java Consultant

Role: Java Full Stack Developer Location: Lake Mary, FL or Pittsburgh, PA (Candidates should be ready to relocate to any of these locations) Duration: 6+ months Day 1 Onsite position. Minimum 11 Year Profile Needed Job Description We are seeking an experienced Senior Developer with expertise in designing and developing scalable, distributed systems to join our team. As a Senior Developer, you will play a key role in leading the development of our next-generation applications and services, leveraging Java and distributed architecture principles to drive innovation and efficiency. If you have a passion for building high-performance, fault-tolerant systems and leading teams to success, we'd love to hear from you. Responsibilities: Design and develop scalable, distributed systems using Java and related technologies (e.g., Spring, JPA, Docker). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements, and develop solutions that meet business needs. Write high-quality, maintainable, and efficient Java code, adhering to industry standards and best practices. Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and stability. Design and implement distributed system architectures that meet scalability, availability, and performance requirements. Ensure systems are fault-tolerant, highly available, and able to handle high volumes of data and traffic. Experience with cloud-based distributed systems (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus. Lead and mentor junior developers, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project delivery. Collaborate with other senior developers to drive technical direction and strategy. Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices. Troubleshoot complex technical issues, identifying root causes and developing effective solutions. Analyze system performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing optimizations. Communicate technical ideas and plans to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Collaborate with QA teams to ensure thorough testing and validation of developed solutions. Requirements: Technical Skills: 10+ years of experience in Java development, with a focus on distributed systems and architecture. Proficiency in Java 17 or later, including Java concurrency, lambda expressions, and functional programming. Experience with Spring Framework (e.g., Spring Boot, Spring Cloud), and related technologies. Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with major database systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL Server, Oracle, etc.). Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide junior developers. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Nice to Have: Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban). Knowledge of DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD). Familiarity with messaging systems (e.g., Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ). Knowledge of cloud-based distributed systems (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Contract Job function: Information Technology, Consulting, and Design Industries: Information Services and IT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr