Local to Chicago, W2 ONLY - Senior Java AWS Developer, Hybrid (F-5159)

Myticas Consulting; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Myticas Consulting is looking for a Senior Java AWS Developer/Engineer based in Chicago, IL, for an onsite/hybrid role. The expert will be responsible for migrating applications to AWS, optimizing database performance, and implementing Infrastructure as Code with Terraform. This one-year contract requires US citizenship or a Green Card.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen or Green Card holder.
• Experience with Java, AWS, SQL is required.

Responsibilities

• Migrate Java Spring applications to AWS with minimal downtime.
• Develop scalable cloud-native solutions using AWS services.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.

Skills

Java with Spring framework

SQL skills

AWS services

Terraform Infrastructure as a Code

Job description

Myticas' direct client is seeking a Senior Java AWS Developer/Engineer for an Onsite/Hybrid position in Chicago, IL.

Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder willing to work on W2 Contract ONLY. We are NOT considering candidates requiring visa sponsorship.

Note: This position involves a 2-step background check process (ANACI) which may take 6-8 weeks to complete.

Contract Duration: 1 year

Top competencies required for this position:

1. Java with Spring framework
2. SQL skills
3. AWS services
4. Terraform Infrastructure as a Code

Responsibilities:

• Work on migration of complex, monolithic Java Spring applications from on-premises environments to AWS, ensuring minimal downtime and data integrity.
• Design and implement scalable, cloud-native solutions using AWS services such as ECS, RDS, S3, etc.
• Translate existing SQL-heavy data operations in AWS-managed databases (e.g., RDS, Aurora) while optimizing performance.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform for consistent, automated cloud provisioning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refactor legacy components, integrate with Ops best practices, and ensure security, scalability, and operational excellence.