C2C Job Opening for Sr Java Developer – Azure at Chicago IL

Tech Mirrors; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Mirrors in Chicago seeks a Sr Java Developer to design and implement software components aligned with architecture documents. You will guide the team, own design and code, and communicate progress to management.

The role emphasizes microservices, Spring Boot, and cloud-native development within an Agile framework. Required are 9+ years in the industry, hands-on Java/Spring experience, and the ability to lead a onshore team in an on-site setting; Azure and related tools are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 9+ years of industry experience in software development.
• Hands-on Senior Java Developer with Spring Boot and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software components per technical architecture.
• Ensure code meets standards and is well-tested.
• Provide technical guidance to the development team.
• Lead design and implementation with ownership and delivery focus.
• Communicate status to project team and management.
• Improve stability, scalability, and user experience.
• Address architecture and security risks and mitigation.
• Work in Agile and Cloud Native (Azure) environments.
• Utilize Java, Spring WebFlux, Kafka, Redis, NoSQL/SQL frameworks.

Skills

Java

Reactive Programming

Spring Boot

Microservices

Azure

CI/CD

JUnit

Mockito

Postman

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Gradle

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

Postman

Job description

Job Title: Sr Java Developer

Location: Chicago, IL (Only Locals)

Duration: 6+ Months Contract

Onsite Opportunity

Job Description:

• Design and develop software components based on screen design documents that fit within technical framework as outlined by technical architects.
• Ensure code meets standards and is tested appropriately to the platform.
• Provide technical guidance to the development team as required.
• Be a team player with an ability to own the design and code as per requirements.
• Communicate status (written and verbal) to project team and management.
• Continuously look for ways to improve application stability, scalability, and user experience.
• Address architecture and security and own the team’s approach to technical risks and mitigation.
• Agile Methodology and Cloud Native Development (Azure preferred).
• Knowledge of user interface frameworks, Java, and application servers.
• Knowledge of the full software development lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Secure Software Development Life Cycle (SSDLC).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Positive, goal-oriented attitude with a focus on delivery.
• Java, Reactive Programming, Spring Boot, Microservices, and web-based development experience.
• Must have experience in Spring WebFlux, JPA/ORM, Kafka, JMS, MQ/Solace, Redis, NoSQL, and SQL frameworks.
• Must have experience using Service Discovery, Circuit Breaker, and API Gateway design patterns for building reliable and scalable applications.
• Cloud Native Development experience using technologies such as Azure SQL/PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB, Blob Storage, EventHub, Service Bus, Event Grid, Application Insights, Synapse Analytics, Logic Apps, Container Apps, Container, and Unix.
• Experience in DevOps CI/CD processes using Gradle, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Experience with JUnit, Spring Test, Spring Boot Test, Postman, SoapUI, AssertJ, Hamcrest, Mockito, JSONassert, and JsonPath.
• Nice to have experience in MERN stack for developing user interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, Bootstrap, ReactJS, and Node.js.
• Financial Domain experience.
• Good knowledge of Messaging and Event-Driven Architecture.
• Leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Overall 9+ years of industry experience.
• Experience in Agile development methodology.
• Experience as a hands-on Senior Java Developer.
• Experience in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and Azure.
• Experience in building solutions to complex problems, Java version upgrades, and developing Microservices.
• Experience in migration from PCF to Azure for Java applications would be preferred.
• Good communication skills and ability to lead a team of developers in an Onshore-Offshore model.
• Skills: Digital: Microsoft Azure, Java API Management & Microservices, Digital: Spring Boot.

Education:At least a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Software/Electronics Engineering, Information Systems, or closely related field is required.