Junior Java Developer

Lensa; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Des Moines is seeking a Junior Java Developer for a long-term contract. The role offers a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to work with experienced professionals in the industry. Candidates should have a strong background in Java and related technologies, with a focus on software engineering challenges and process improvements.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with employer match

Paid Sick Leave

Legal and Identity Protection

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Software Engineering experience.
• 2+ years of Java development experience.
• Cloud certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in initiatives and identify process improvements.
• Analyze and resolve software engineering challenges.
• Communicate effectively with client personnel and team members.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Agile methodologies

MongoDB

NoSQL databases

Cloud-native microservices

Domain-Driven Design

Monitoring

Logging

Distributed Tracing

Job description

Job Title

Junior Java Developer

Location

Des Moines, IA

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Employment Type

Contract, 12 Months

Compensation

$41.06/hr - $46.27/hr

Job Description

Outstanding long-term contract opportunity with a well-known Financial Services Company. Join a leading financial institution in Des Moines, IA, and work with some of the brightest minds in the industry. This role offers a competitive benefits package and the chance to contribute to a company with over 150 years of history, innovating in the digital age. If you're passionate about financial services and technology, apply today.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2+ years of Software Engineering experience, including work, consulting, military, or educational background.
• 2+ years of Java development experience.
• 2+ years of Spring Boot application development experience.
• Experience with Angular or related UI frameworks.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies.
• Experience with Tomcat servers, MongoDB or NoSQL databases, Oracle databases, Kafka or similar data streaming technologies.
• Cloud certification from any provider and cloud-native microservices development experience based on Event-Driven Architecture.
• Understanding of Domain-Driven Design principles.
• Experience with application non-functional requirements such as Monitoring, Logging, and Distributed Tracing.

Responsibilities

• Participate in initiatives and identify process improvements within Software Engineering.
• Analyze and resolve software engineering challenges, providing recommendations and exercising independent judgment.
• Communicate effectively with client personnel and team members.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Sick Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
• 529 College Savings Plan

Additional Information

Motion Recruitment Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time without sponsorship. Employment is contingent upon pre-employment screening. Accommodation requests are available during the hiring process.

Contact

Posted by: Anthony DAurizio

Industry & Role

• Software Engineering

Seniority Level

Entry level

Job Function

Engineering and IT

Industries

IT Services and Consulting