Lead/Senior Java Developer

BC Forward; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Seattle to design, build, and deliver scalable, high-volume enterprise applications using Core Java, Spring Boot, REST/SOAP, and SQL/PLSQL. You will lead a team, provide architectural direction, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across regions.

The role requires 10+ years of Java/J2EE experience, strong UML understanding, and hands-on expertise with distributed systems and Agile SDLC.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on Java/J2EE delivering mission-critical enterprise applications.
• Strong experience in Core Java, J2EE, Spring and REST/SOAP services.
• Experience with SQL, Oracle SQL/PLSQL, and NoSQL Cassandra.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, test, support, maintain, and debug software applications for business and support functions.
• Serve as a senior technical member assisting senior business leaders and management.
• Provide strategic technical direction and systems architecture for initiatives.
• Recommend technological innovations that align with business system requirements.
• Lead estimation of effort and guide one or more programmers.
• Coordinate with external programming teams to deliver on time and within budget.
• Provide feedback and technical guidance to project managers on issues critical to business objectives.
• Create prototypes to validate designs.
• Prepare UML diagrams to document current and future state architectures.

Skills

Core Java

J2EE

Spring Framework

Spring Boot

RESTful services

SOAP web services

SQL

Oracle SQL/PLSQL

NoSQL Cassandra

Apache Kafka

JUnit

Eclipse/IntelliJ

Maven

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Splunk

SOAP UI

AI-enabled development tools

Microservices patterns

Tools

Java/J2EE

Job description

Job Title: Lead/Senior Java Developer

Location: Seattle, WA

Duration: Contract - 12 months (potential contract-to-hire)

Pay Range: $71.59/hr (W2)

Job ID: 408849

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Core Java, Spring Boot, REST/SOAP services, and SQL/PLSQL and a proven ability to design, build, and deliver scalable, high-volume enterprise applications across the SDLC.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, test, support, maintain, and debug software applications for business and support functions.
• Serve as a senior technical member assisting senior business leaders and management.
• Provide strategic technical direction and systems architecture for initiatives.
• Recommend technological innovations that align with business system requirements.
• Lead estimation of effort and guide one or more programmers.
• Coordinate with external programming teams to deliver on time and within budget.
• Provide feedback and technical guidance to project managers on issues critical to business objectives.
• Create prototypes to validate designs.
• Prepare UML diagrams to document current and future state architectures.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Core Java, J2EE, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, RESTful services, and SOAP web services.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design and design patterns (Creational, Behavioral, JEE).
• Experience with SQL, Oracle SQL/PLSQL, and NoSQL Cassandra.
• Experience with Apache Kafka for data publishing and consumption.
• Hands-on with JUnit, performance testing, optimization, and code analysis.
• Tooling: Eclipse/IntelliJ, Maven, Git, Bitbucket, CI/CD pipelines, Splunk, SOAP UI.
• Experience building high-volume, scalable, highly available, distributed systems.
• Ability to manage cross-functional issues with distributed teams across regions.
• Experience with Agile, SDLC, and test-driven development.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience delivering mission-critical enterprise applications with Java/J2EE.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with AI-enabled development tools for code development, analysis, productivity, or engineering workflows.
• Familiarity with microservices patterns and cloud deployment practices.

Additional Details

• Hybrid schedule. Minimum 3 days per week onsite.
• Approved location: Seattle, WA. Start month: September or October.
• Interview process: Two rounds. First round video, second round in-person if local.
• Glider assessment: App Prog IV & V (Java, Spring, REST API/SOAP/Spring Boot). Attach Glider score and skillset summary with the resume.
• This role will not offer sponsorship now or in the future.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.