Java Developer Contract

Matlen Silver; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 73,873 - 105,214; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is looking for an experienced Java Developer to design and maintain enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience with Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful services. This is a hybrid contract position based in Newark, Delaware, offering $65/hour. Strong collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Java development with strong object-oriented design skills.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot and microservice architecture.
• Proficiency in building and consuming RESTful web services.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java-based enterprise applications.
• Build and integrate REST APIs to support internal and external systems.
• Develop and deploy microservices using Spring Boot following best practices.

Skills

Java development

Spring Boot

RESTful web services

Microservice architecture

Agile methodologies

Job description

Certified Technical Recruiter at Matlen Silver

18 Month W2 Contract

Hybrid 3 days onsite

Newark Delaware

$65/hour

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with 7+ years of hands‑on coding experience in enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will be proficient in developing RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot, with strong expertise in Java Development Kit (JDK) 21.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java‑based enterprise applications.
• Build and integrate REST APIs to support internal and external systems.
• Develop and deploy microservices using Spring Boot following best practices.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including DevOps and QA, to deliver high‑quality software solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while adhering to enterprise coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience in Java development with strong object‑oriented design skills.
• Hands‑on experience with Spring Boot and microservice architecture.
• Proficiency in building and consuming RESTful web services.
• Deep understanding of JDK 21 features and modern Java frameworks.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology and Finance

Industries

Banking and Software Development

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