Principal Java Software Engineer

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Principal Java Software Engineer in Jersey City, NJ. Duties Include:

• Principal Java Software Engineer will develop and expose RESTful APIs to integrate with frontend systems
• Leverage AWS cloud services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS) to deploy and scale applications
• Build and integrate real-time data processing solutions with Kafka
• Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues efficiently
• Implement security and data privacy best practices across all systems
• As a Principal Java Software Engineer, you will contribute to architectural decisions and assist in planning the technical roadmap
• Optimize systems for speed, reliability, and scalability
• Collaborate in an Agile environment and contribute to sprint planning and development
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering
• 8 years of backend development experience with designing, developing and maintaining multi-tier internet facing web applications using Java, Spring Boot, Oracle in a fast-paced Agile environment
• Expertise in Java 17 , with hands-on experience in Spring Boot 3.x
• Proficiency in designing and implementing microservices-based architectures
• Strong experience with Kafka for building event-driven systems
• Hands-on experience working with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, SQS)
• Proficient in database technologies such as Oracle, or NoSQL (e.g., Aerospike)
• Deep understanding of RESTful API design and web services integration
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins,)
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex backend systems
• Solid understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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