Full Stack Java Developer

Job Title: Full Stack Java Developer

Location: Jersey City, NJ Onsite, 5 Days a Week



Duration: 12+ Months Contract

Job Description

Job Summary

STAFFXPERT is Looking for a skilled Full Stack Java Developer with strong hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, AWS, Apache Kafka, and Amazon MSK. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in full-stack application development, building scalable microservices, developing RESTful APIs, and creating user interfaces using Angular or React.

The candidate must have strong technical problem-solving skills, experience working in enterprise environments, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. This position requires working onsite in Jersey City, NJ, five days a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain Java-based applications and software components.

• Build scalable and reliable microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.

• Develop, integrate, and maintain RESTful web services and APIs.

• Develop responsive frontend applications using Angular or React.

• Design and implement event-driven applications using Apache Kafka and Amazon MSK.

• Utilize AWS services to develop, deploy, and support cloud-based applications.

• Work with Hibernate, Spring Data JPA, and relational databases to implement efficient data access solutions.

• Analyze existing applications, troubleshoot technical issues, and optimize code for performance and scalability.

• Participate in code reviews and follow coding standards and software development best practices.

• Collaborate with developers, architects, designers, and system administrators to ensure seamless application integration.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Java/J2EE application development.

• Strong knowledge of Core Java 8+ features, collections, multithreading, and object-oriented programming.

• 5+ years of experience with Spring Boot and the Spring Framework.

• 5+ years of frontend development experience using Angular or React.

• 5+ years of experience developing and implementing RESTful web services.

• 5+ years of experience building scalable, distributed microservices.

• Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services.

• Experience with Apache Kafka and Amazon MSK (Managed Streaming for Apache Kafka).

• Experience with Hibernate, Spring Data JPA, and related Java frameworks.

• Proficiency in Maven or Gradle and Git-based version control.

• Experience working in Linux/Unix environments.

• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.

• Good knowledge of SQL and relational databases.

• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies.

• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Mandatory Technical Skills

• Full Stack Java Development

• Core Java 8+

• Spring Boot

• AWS

• Apache Kafka and Amazon MSK

• Angular or React

• REST APIs and Microservices

• Hibernate / Spring Data JPA