JAVA Developer - 17398

Senior Java / Azure Microservices Engineer

Position Title: Senior Java / Azure Microservices Engineer

Location: Remote

Clearance Requirements: None

Position Status: Contract

Pay Rate: $60.00 - $65.00/hr

Work Authorization: US Citizens, Green Card Holders, TN Visa, Green Card EADs

Experience: 8+ years preferred

Position Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Java / Azure Microservices Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and support scalable cloud-native applications in a modern enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong backend development expertise with Java and Spring Boot, hands-on experience building microservices and APIs, and a solid understanding of Azure cloud, containerization, CI/CD, and secure service-to-service communication.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, designing reliable integrations, and working collaboratively within a large enterprise technology organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices-based applications using Java and Spring Boot.

• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and enterprise services using MuleSoft and modern API design practices.

• Build reliable service-to-service integrations and communications within containerized environments.

• Develop and deploy cloud-native applications using Microsoft Azure, with hands-on experience in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or Azure Container Apps (ACA).

• Design and work with Azure cloud databases, including data modeling and database architecture.

• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines supporting automated build, testing, deployment, and release processes.

• Implement secure authentication and authorization using security principals, tokens, OAuth, JWT, and related identity concepts.

• Apply best practices for scalability, performance, reliability, security, and maintainability.

• Collaborate with architects, developers, DevOps engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver enterprise solutions.

• Troubleshoot complex application, integration, and cloud-related issues.

Required Skills / Education

• 8+ years of professional software development experience, preferably in enterprise environments.

• Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.

• Proven experience designing and developing REST APIs and enterprise integrations.

• Hands-on experience with MuleSoft or comparable API/integration platforms.

• Strong understanding of service-to-service communication in containerized environments.

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services.

• Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and/or Azure Container Apps (ACA).

• Experience working with cloud databases in Azure and designing effective data models.

• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated software delivery.

• Experience implementing authentication and authorization using secure principals, access tokens, and service identities.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

• Professional demeanor and the ability to work effectively within a large, enterprise-scale organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm-we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you're choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path.

Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.