Java Developer II

Apex Systems; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking multiple mid-level and senior Java Developers to support mortgage pricing modernization and core application modernization in Des Moines. You will design, develop, and enhance enterprise Java applications across the stack, collaborating with business stakeholders and technical leads.

Responsibilities include building REST APIs, code reviews, and mentoring junior developers, with opportunities to contribute to frontend work using Angular or React and to participate in

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Full-stack development with Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate and RESTful APIs.
• Proficiency with Angular or React, Git and relational databases (SQL).
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and enterprise applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain full-stack Java-based enterprise applications.
• Build and enhance REST APIs, backend services, and web applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and architects to deliver solutions.
• Support modernization efforts including .NET-to-Java migrations.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and performance optimization.
• Contribute to front-end work using Angular or React and provide production support.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Hibernate

RESTful APIs

Angular

React

Git

SQL

Microservices

Job description

Job#: 3041408

Job Description:

Java Developer II

Location: Des Moines, Iowa (Partial Remote)

Role Overview

Our client is seeking multiple mid-level and senior Java Developers to support several strategic initiatives, including mortgage pricing modernization, financial systems integrations, and core application modernization. These developers will work with business stakeholders and technical leads to design, develop, and enhance enterprise applications that support critical financial products and services. The ideal candidate is a problem solver who thrives in a collaborative environment and can contribute across the technology stack.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain full-stack Java-based enterprise applications.
• Build and enhance REST APIs, backend services, and web applications.
• Collaborate with business users, analysts, architects, and development teams to deliver solutions.
• Support modernization initiatives, including the migration of a .NET-based mortgage pricing tool to Java.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and performance optimization efforts.
• Develop scalable, maintainable, and secure solutions following best practices.
• Contribute to front-end development efforts using Angular or React.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide application support.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 5+ years of professional Java development experience.

Technical Skills: Strong experience with full-stack development, including Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and RESTful APIs. Proficiency in front-end technologies such as Angular or React. Experience with version control systems like Git and relational databases (SQL). Familiarity with microservices architecture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the financial services industry, particularly with mortgage products, loan origination, or capital markets.
• Experience with both .NET and Java environments.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience working on large modernization or system replacement initiatives.
• Ability to serve as a technical mentor for junior developers.

About Everforth Apex

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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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