Senior Java Developer

Job Title: Senior Java Developer Location: Jersey City, NJ Duration: Contract - 12 months Pay Range: $68.25/hr (W2) Job ID: 407752 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking an experienced Application Programmer III to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java-based API development, application integration, and enterprise data platforms, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality solutions in Agile Scrum environments. Responsibilities: Actively participate in a Scrum team with daily collaboration with the Product Owner. Estimate, refine, and groom user stories, and deliver committed work on time. Design, develop, deploy, and integrate APIs and vendor applications. Monitor and support APIs and vendor applications using observability tooling. Engage with clients and business partners as needed to clarify requirements and resolve issues. Lead and influence cross-functional teams with limited oversight. Contribute to Enterprise Sanctions and AML screening implementation on the NetReveal platform. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proficiency in Java, RESTful API development, Spring Boot, and application integration. Hands-on experience with Oracle, PL/SQL, Unix scripting, Kafka, MQ, OAuth2, SSO, and YML. Experience with monitoring and APM tools such as Splunk and Dynatrace. Version control and DevOps tooling including JIRA, GIT, and Ansible. Exposure to HaaS, Yarn, Cloudera, and Spark in enterprise environments. Strong problem-solving ability, effective communication, and self-direction. Experience with Enterprise Sanctions, AML screening, or Financial Crimes domains. 15+ years of experience in application development or related roles. Preferred Skills: Experience with Enterprise Sanctions solutions, PEP and Negative News screening, and banking or financial services. Agile delivery experience with JIRA and leadership in Scrum ceremonies. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunities for growth with global clients. A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects. About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.