JAVA Backend Developer with Scala 6474427

Accenture; New Jersey; On-site; USD 6,061,000 - 7,439,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Delivery Lead to drive end-to-end delivery for defined contracts, ensuring quality, efficiency, and opportunities for follow-on work. You will lead a skilled team, partner with multiple teams, and own delivery outcomes.

The role requires hands-on experience with Java, Scala, Databricks SQL, and data processing technologies. On-site presence in Pennington, NJ is required three days per week, with five days away mandated per quarter.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in Java development.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Databricks SQL.
• Associates Degree or greater.
• Advanced proficiency in Snowflake.
• Advanced proficiency in Python, Data Modeling, and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Scala.
• Build scalable and resilient microservices architectures.
• Develop RESTful APIs and event driven applications.
• Implement real time data processing solutions using Kafka and Spark.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery processes and service quality.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align project goals with business objectives and customer expectations.
• Mentor and support team members to develop their skills and achieve project milestones.
• Analyze delivery metrics and provide insights to optimize resource allocation and project timelines.
• Lead risk management efforts by identifying potential challenges and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Onsite with the client 3 days per week in Pennington, NJ; 5 days away mandate per quarter by the client.

Skills

Java development

Databricks SQL

Scala

RESTful APIs

Kafka

Spark

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Associates Degree or greater

Tools

Snowflake

Python

SQL

Data Modeling

Kafk a

Spark

Databricks SQL

Scala

Job description

As a Delivery Lead, you will be responsible for leading end-to-end delivery or a defined component of a contract to meet operational, contractual, and financial commitments. You will ensure service quality and efficiency while managing delivery outcomes and identifying opportunities for follow-on work through up-selling or cross-selling.

You are expected to be a subject matter expert, collaborate and manage the team to perform effectively, take responsibility for team decisions, engage with multiple teams, and contribute to key decisions. Providing solutions to problems for your immediate team and across multiple teams is a critical part of this role.

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Scala
• Build scalable and resilient microservices architectures
• Develop RESTful APIs and event driven applications
• Implement real time data processing solutions using Kafka and Spark.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery processes and service quality
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align project goals with business objectives and customer expectations
• Mentor and support team members to develop their skills and achieve project milestones
• Analyze delivery metrics and provide insights to optimize resource allocation and project timelines
• Lead risk management efforts by identifying potential challenges and implementing mitigation strategies
• This role requires being onsite with the client 3 days per week in Pennington, NJ. This role also requires 5 days away mandate per quarter by the client.**

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in Java development
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Databricks SQL
• Associates Degree or greater

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency in Snowflake
• Advanced proficiency in Python, Data Modeling, and SQL

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We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 10/13/2026.

Accenture Flex offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: Accenture Flex Jobs

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