Java Developer

JOB-10047757

Anticipated Start Date

October 19, 2026

Location

Morrisville, NC

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a leader in the industry of providing safe water treatment and sewage services, which is a priority for sustainability of humanity. Many infrastructure expenditures approved by Congress this past year provide job stability for employees that work in this industry. This client hires all full-time associates through temporary agencies, so our roles are typically temp-to-hire. This gives our candidates and the client an opportunity to ensure that this will be a good fit for full time role with their company. They have many locations nationally and there is an opportunity for advancement and provide benefits to their full-time employees. Safety is a priority for this client and they provide training and direction for all employees to ensure they are able to do their job safely.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Java Developer to join our dynamic software development team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience developing Java-based applications and backend services, with hands-on expertise in Java 11/17, Spring Boot, databases, RESTful APIs, and software development best practices.

Job Description

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based backend services and APIs using Spring Boot.
• Develop clean, maintainable, scalable, and testable code in accordance with established software development standards and project deadlines.
  
• Develop, optimize, and maintain database queries and applications using Microsoft SQL Server and/or NoSQL databases.
  
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and integrations.
  
• Work with Hibernate/JPA and Spring Data to implement effective data access solutions.
  
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing and technical best practices.
  
• Debug and resolve application issues, software defects, performance bottlenecks, and production incidents.
  
• Troubleshoot existing applications and make appropriate system changes to resolve issues and improve performance.
  
• Implement appropriate security and data protection measures in accordance with software development and security best practices.
  
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams, both remotely and in person, as necessary.
  
• Respond to and resolve customer support tickets and technical incidents.
  
• Document customer interactions, technical issues, resolutions, and workflow in a timely and accurate manner.
  
• Develop software specifications and performance requirements as needed.
  
• Modify existing software to correct errors, support new hardware or technology, upgrade interfaces, and improve system performance.
  
• Work with engineering and technical teams to evaluate interfaces between hardware and software systems.
  
• Advise customers regarding software system maintenance and assist with maintenance activities when required.
  
• Participate in an Agile/Scrum development environment and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  
• Manage assigned tasks and priorities effectively while meeting established deadlines.
• Shift: 9-5 Tuesday Wednesday Thursday in Office, Monday and Friday Remote Work

Skills Required

• 2–4+ years of professional software development experience, preferably with Java-based enterprise applications.
• Strong proficiency in Java 11 and Java 17.
  
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot and the broader Spring ecosystem, including Spring Data and Spring Security.
  
• Experience with J2EE/Jakarta EE technologies.
  
• Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
  
• Experience with Hibernate/JPA.
  
• Strong understanding of relational databases, particularly Microsoft SQL Server, and/or NoSQL technologies such as MongoDB or Redis.
  
• Experience with SQL and database development.
  
• Experience with XML and related integration technologies.
  
• Familiarity with Git and modern version control practices.
  
• Understanding of object-oriented programming, software design principles, and common design patterns.
  
• Knowledge of the full software development lifecycle, including business systems analysis, requirements gathering, functional specifications, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
  
• Ability to diagnose application issues, troubleshoot code, and provide effective technical support.
  
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
  
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, prioritize competing responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively in both individual and team-oriented environments.
  
• Willingness and ability to interact directly with customers and internal stakeholders.

Preferred skills:

• Strong professional experience with Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
  
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and development/build tools such as Jenkins, Maven, and/or Gradle.
  
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
  
• Experience with JMS and messaging technologies.
  
• Experience with SOAP web services in addition to REST.
  
• Experience supporting enterprise applications in a production environment.
  
• Experience working directly with customers to investigate and resolve technical issues.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Pay Rate

• $50 - $62 per hour (Compensation will be offered within this posted range based on experience, skills, and market factors)