Java Azure

This is a 6-month contract role for a Java Azure Engineer based in the Dallas, Texas area. The position is hybrid and requires local presence in the DFW region.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using modern engineering practices
• Architect and implement microservices-based solutions, ensuring scalability, resilience, and maintainability
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs for internal and external consumption
• Collaborate with architects and engineering leadership to define best practices and standards
• Build and deploy applications on Azure Cloud, leveraging Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for container orchestration
• Implement event-driven architectures using Azure Event Hub
• Configure and manage data storage solutions including Azure Cosmos DB (MongoDB API) and Azure PostgreSQL
• Implement secure and scalable networking using Azure VNet and private network configurations
• Automate provisioning and management of cloud resources using scripts and templates
• Package applications using Docker and create optimized, secure container images
• Manage deployment, scaling, and lifecycle of applications in Azure Kubernetes
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for automated testing, building, and deployment
• Manage source code and release processes using Git, GitHub, and CloudSmith
• Drive automation to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual tasks
• Implement monitoring and performance management using Dynatrace
• Configure and optimize logging pipelines using Dynatrace and Mezmo
• Apply cloud-native security best practices, ensuring compliance, reliability, and threat mitigation
• Work closely with cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and promote continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Required
• Proficiency in Java application development
• Experience with Azure Cloud services and architecture
• Hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Knowledge of microservices design patterns and RESTful API development
• Experience with Docker and container orchestration
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, preferably with GitHub Actions
• Familiarity with Git and source control workflows
• Experience with cloud-native security best practices
• Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Preferred
• Experience with Azure Event Hub for event-driven architectures
• Experience with Azure Cosmos DB and Azure PostgreSQL
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Dynatrace and Mezmo
• Experience with infrastructure automation and cloud resource provisioning
• Experience mentoring junior engineers