Development - App Dev - Java - Lead

Apex Systems; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is recruiting a Java Developer (Sr/Lead) for Capital One in Plano, TX, with hybrid onsite work. The role focuses on backend engineering using Java/Spring Boot, cloud deployments on AWS, and building scalable business processes. Some frontend support may be required, but backend work dominates.

The position is a 7-month contract with potential extension, offering a collaborative environment and exposure to enterprise-scale systems and AI-assisted tooling where applicable.

Qualifications

• Strong experience developing backend services with Java.
• Proficient in Spring Framework/Spring Boot.
• Experience deploying applications in AWS (Lambda, Fargate).
• Ability to design scalable backend systems and cloud-native apps.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and business applications with Java/Spring Boot.
• Implement and enhance business rules within a large enterprise application.
• Build cloud-native solutions on AWS including Lambda and Fargate.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and engineers to support customer verification.
• Contribute to Phoenix/Linux projects and accelerate delivery timelines.
• Support integration, performance tuning, testing, and deployment.

Skills

Java

Backend development

AWS

Spring Boot

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

AWS

Lambda

Fargate

Job description

Java Developer (Sr/Lead) Client: Capital One

Location: Plano, TX (1 Opening) | McLean, VA (1 Opening)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Target 2-3 days onsite per week; expectation of 3 days/week as required by the team)

Duration: 7-Month Contract (Funded for 7 months with strong potential for extension)

Pay Rate: $84/hr max

Overview: Capital One is seeking a Java Developer to join the Consumer/Customer Entity team within EP Tech. This team is supporting the next phase of a strategic initiative focused on the consumer and customer verification space, helping build and enhance a business rules application engine. The ideal candidate will be a strong backend developer with deep Java expertise, experience working in cloud environments, and the ability to design and implement scalable business processes using modern development frameworks and tools. This is a hands-on development role with a primary focus on backend engineering, while also supporting occasional frontend and cross-functional development efforts as needed.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and business applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement and enhance business rules and business processes within a large-scale enterprise application environment.
• Build scalable cloud-native solutions utilizing AWS services, including Lambda and Fargate.
• Partner with product owners, architects, and engineering teams to develop solutions supporting customer verification capabilities.
• Contribute to the next phase of Project Phoenix/Project Linux by developing new functionality and accelerating delivery timelines.
• Support application integration, performance optimization, testing, and deployment efforts.
• Leverage internal cloud platforms, developer productivity tools, and AI-assisted development tools where applicable.
• Participate in technical design discussions and provide leadership on backend engineering best practices.
• Contribute to frontend development tasks when necessary, though the role remains predominantly backend focused.

Typical Work Breakdown

• ~70% Backend Development (Java/Spring Boot)
• ~30% Frontend or Secondary Development Activities

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience developing backend applications using Java.
• Hands-on experience with the Spring Framework, including Spring Boot.
• Experience building and deploying applications within AWS environments.
• Familiarity with AWS services such as Lambda and Fargate.
• Strong understanding of modern software development best practices and cloud-native application development.
• Ability to work in a hybrid onsite environment.
• Available to begin work quickly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working at Capital One.
• Experience with business rules engines or business rules management platforms.
• Full-stack development experience.
• Experience working with cloud developer platforms, internal development tooling, or AI-powered engineering productivity tools.
• Experience working within large enterprise application environments.

Team & Project Details

• Organization: EP Tech
• Team: Consumer/Customer Entity
• Hiring Manager: Ravi
• Focus Area: Consumer and Customer Verification
• Project: New phase of Project Phoenix/Project Linux
• Business Objective: Build and enhance a business rules application engine that enables scalable and efficient customer verification workflows.

Interview Process

• 1 Round Interview 60-minute technical panel
• Conversational deep dive into technical background and experience
• Focus on Java, Spring Boot, AWS, and overall development expertise
• Not a heavily code-focused interview

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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