Position : Java Back-End Engineer

Location : Pittsburgh, PA

Duration : 12 months (Contract to Hire)

Work Model : Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)

Employment Type : W2 Only

Job Overview :

We are seeking a skilled Java Back-End Engineer to join our team in modernizing a critical accounting system that drives the financial industry. This position offers the opportunity to work on scalable data services using cutting-edge SaaS technologies. You’ll collaborate within an Agile environment, leveraging your expertise to solve architectural challenges and deliver robust solutions.

Responsibilities :

• Design and develop scalable back-end data services leveraging SaaS-based technologies.
• Modernize an accounting system shaping the financial world.
• Apply Agile methodologies to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Collaborate with product owners, quality engineers, and cross-functional teams to solve design and architectural challenges.
• Integrate open-source technologies to meet dynamic business demands.
• Develop and maintain APIs (REST/GraphQL) and distributed cloud services.

Technical Requirements :

• Proven experience in Java with strong knowledge of Spring, Spring Boot, Lombok, JUnit, and Swagger.
• Proficiency in microservices architecture, distributed cloud services (preferably Azure), and data streaming tools like Kafka and Spark.
• Expertise in relational (Oracle) and in-memory (Redis) databases.
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake is a plus.

Must-Have Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of distributed systems and scalable architecture.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Harness, Ansible, and Docker.

Preferred Skills :

• Industry knowledge in investments or financial services.
• Familiarity with front-end frameworks like Angular.
• Proficiency in additional programming languages such as Python, C++, or Groovy.

What We Offer :

• Opportunity to work on mission-critical projects shaping the financial industry.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Exposure to advanced technologies and continuous learning opportunities.
• Hybrid work model ensuring a balance between flexibility and teamwork.

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