Azure Application Engineer with Java Chicago, IL (Onsite) Contract

Azure Application Engineer With JavaWe are looking for an experienced Azure Application Engineer with strong Java development skills to support application deployment and modernization initiatives on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in Java-based application development along with hands-on experience in Azure services, DevOps pipelines, and cloud-native design patterns.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and deploy Java applications on Azure cloud infrastructure.Integrate applications with Azure services such as App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Blob Storage, Azure Key Vault, etc.Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.Collaborate with application teams, DevOps engineers, and solution architects to ensure robust and scalable deployments.Monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues in the Azure environment.Implement best practices for cloud security, scalability, and performance.Required Skills8+ years of Java development experience (Core Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs).5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure platform and services.Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture and microservices.Experience with Azure DevOps or other CI/CD tools.Familiarity with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).Proficiency in Git, Maven, or Gradle.Strong problem-solving and communication skills.Preferred SkillsExperience in application migration from on-prem to Azure.Knowledge of Azure monitoring tools (Application Insights, Log Analytics).Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate or Azure Solutions Architect are a plus.