Java Software Engineer – Microservices & AI (Hybrid)

Motion Recruitment; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking a Software Engineer for a long-term contract in Des Moines, IA (Hybrid), with opportunities to contribute to both frontend UI and Java-based backend services across Home Lending platforms. You will develop RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud-aligned components while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will work with Java, Spring Boot, and frontend frameworks like Angular or React, applying secure SDLC practices and exploring AI-assisted tooling to

Qualifications

• Experience designing, building, testing, and supporting UI and Java-based backend services.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Exposure to modern frontend frameworks (Angular/React) and cloud-ready development.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and document UI and backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs for microservices and workflows.
• Learn and apply secure SDLC practices and API design best practices.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders across Home Lending Technology.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

Angular

React

Kafka

Pub/Sub

GitHub Copilot

REST APIs

Job description

Motion Recruitment is seeking a Software Engineer for a long-term contract in Des Moines, IA (Hybrid), with opportunities to contribute to both frontend UI and Java-based backend services across Home Lending platforms. You will develop RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud-aligned components while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will work with Java, Spring Boot, and frontend frameworks like Angular or React, applying secure SDLC practices and exploring AI-assisted tooling to