Senior Full Stack Java Developer (REMOTE)

Charles River; India; Remote; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness coverage

Performance bonuses

401k plan

Paid time off

Health and wellness coverage

Job summary

Charles River is looking for a Senior Full Stack Java Developer to work remotely from India. This role involves leading the modernization and maintenance of a large-scale Java J2EE application, transitioning from EJB to RESTful APIs.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of Java J2EE experience, particularly in cloud-based solutions and working in a GxP regulated environment. This position offers a range of benefits including flexible work-life balance and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Java J2EE development.
• Strong experience with SQL databases, preferably PostgreSQL.
• Experience in transitioning EJBs to RESTful APIs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the modernization of the Java J2EE application.
• Drive the UI migration to a modern JS/TS framework.
• Collaborate with QA to maintain compliance and data integrity.
• Implement best practices and ensure compliance with FDA guidelines.

Skills

Java J2EE development

EJB-to-REST conversion

Spring framework

PostgreSQL

Swing UI modernization

RESTful API development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

WildFly

WebSwing

Job description

Senior Full Stack Java Developer (REMOTE)

Location: Hyderabad, IN; Mumbai, IN; Ahmedabad, IN; Bangalore, IN

Job Overview

Are you an expert in Java J2EE applications, with proven skills in large scale modernization of corporate systems?

Would you like to apply your expertise to play an integral part in ensuring full system stability within a cGMP regulated environment?

Charles River Laboratories are excited to be recruiting for a Senior Full Stack Java Developer on a full-time, permanent basis. You will be leading the modernization, troubleshooting and maintenance of the Java J2EE LIMS application with a predominant focus on the conversion of legacy EJB components to RESTful services. Using a deep technical knowledge of Java J2EE development, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practice and ensure compliance with industry standards.

This position will work remote from home office, located in India. Must be able to work US (EST / EDT) and UK (BST / GMT) hours.

Job Description

• Lead the modernization of an existing 1M+ lines Java J2EE application, transitioning from EJBs to RESTful APIs.


• Drive the UI migration from Swing to modern JS/TS web framework using WebSwing, ensuring a seamless user experience.


• Develop and maintain microservices architecture, optimizing performance and scalability.


• Work with Spring, WildFly, and PostgreSQL to enhance backend functionality.


• Implement best practices for software development, ensuring compliance with FDA guidelines, cGMP 21 CFR Part 11, MHRA, and GAMP5.


• Ensure software documentation, change control procedures, and regulatory requirements are met.


• Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA) and regulatory teams to maintain compliance and data integrity.


• Work closely with business analysts, operations, and external vendors to align software development with business needs.


• Lead training and knowledge transfer sessions to ensure effective adoption of new technologies.


• Participate in Agile development processes and contribute to continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.


• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.


• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in Java J2EE development, with expertise in:
  
  
  
  • EJB‑to‑REST conversion
  
  
  • Spring framework
  
  
  • WildFly or similar Java EE application servers
  
  
  • Swing UI modernization to JS/TS web framework (preferably migrating to Svelte)
  
  
  
  


• Strong experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and RESTful API development.

Desirable

• Development in a GxP-regulated environment.


• Experience working with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems).


• Understanding of cloud-based solutions and DevOps practices.

Benefits

Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401k, paid time off, stock purchase program, health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Charles River is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.