Senior Engineer - Java Full Stack

Verizon; Basking Ridge (NJ); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon in New Jersey seeks a senior software architect and delivery lead to build and scale the OSQAR service with AI. You will guide Agile Scrum teams, define architecture, APIs, and non-functional requirements while aligning with Verizon North Star standards.

This hybrid role combines hands-on design with strategic leadership across enterprise, wholesale, consumer and SMB segments, offering a challenging environment and opportunities to drive innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or four+ years of relevant work experience.
• 4+ years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work or military experience.
• Proven proficiency in Java and Python.
• Experience with Java/JavaScript, JMS, Micro Services, RESTful and SOAP web services.
• Knowledge of AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, relational databases, jQuery, React JS and Node JS.
• Track record designing real-time, cloud-based architectures and solving complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Operate within the Agile framework and lead end-to-end system design.
• Collaborate with product owners to design solutions meeting user and market needs.
• Write low-level design and architecture runway enablers.
• Ensure designs follow Verizon North Star Architecture and security standards.
• Own strategic cross-functional projects and delivery quality within budget.
• Define requirements and set up proof-of-concept environments.
• Explore new technologies and use cases for enterprise needs.
• Review high-level approach documents for completeness.
• Develop detailed API specs and data formats aligned with HLAs.
• Define non-functional and performance requirements.
• Engage early in the engagement process.

Skills

Java

Python

RESTful

SOAP

AWS

Kubernetes

Docker

Relational Databases

React JS

Node JS

JMS

Micro Services

Education

Bachelor's degree or four+ years of relevant work experience

Tools

Claude Code CLI

Gemini Code Assist / Gemini CLI

Job description

When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love - driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together - lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.

In this role you will be responsible for building a world class Service Qualification (OSQAR) System using AI which can scale to enterprise needs. You will be leading Agile Scrum teams providing the architectural framework to the team to operate in and giving guidance and direction to solve business complex problems. The responsibilities include System Architecture, Technology and Domain subject matter expertise to implement solutions, Project Management, Communication Management, Quality Management and Business Acceptance Testing. Responsible for leading new strategic initiatives and use cases in Enterprise, Wholesale, Consumer and SMB Segments.

• Operates within the Agile Framework.
• E2E System Design: Work with Solutions Architects and Product Management to design end-to-end solutions.
• Customer-Centric Collaboration: Work with Product Owners and Scrum teams using Customer-Centricity and Design Thinking practices to create solutions that meet user, customer, and market needs.
• Low-Level Design & Enablers: Write Low-Level Design (LLD) and Architecture Runway enablers in support of new business features and capabilities.
• Architectural Compliance: Ensure designs follow the Service Assurance Standard Operating Model and the Verizon North Star Architecture.
• Project & Delivery Ownership: Engage in strategic cross-functional projects and completely own solution delivery, focusing on quality, time, business expectations, and budget.
• Proof-of-Concept Environments: Define requirements, design, and set up new environments to demonstrate proof-of-concept.
• Technology Exploration: Understand new technologies and new use cases.
• HLA Review: Review High-Level Approach (HLA) documents for completeness and correctness.
• Integration & API Specifications: Work with interfacing systems to develop detailed design documents, including APIs and data formats that align with HLA specifications.
• NFRs & Performance: Define system-specific non-functional requirements and performance requirements.
• Early Engagement: Get involved in the Early Engagement process.

You'll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree or four or more years of relevant work experience.
• Four or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.
• Proven proficiency and hands-on software development expertise in Java and Python.
• Experience leveraging modern agentic coding environments (such as Claude Code CLI or Gemini Code Assist / Gemini CLI) to function as a Software Orchestrator and Guardrail Designer, steering automated code generation while establishing architectural standards and safety controls.
• Experience with designing and developing systems using Java/Java Script, JMS, Micro Services, RESTFul and SOAP web services, XML/Jason, AWS, Kubernetes, Docker Containers, Relational Databases, JQuery, React JS and Node JS.
• Experience designing large scale real time, mission critical, cloud based architectures, with a proven record of solving complex business problems.

Even better if you have:

• Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Technical experience in enterprise software engineering.
• Strong problem solving skills to drive the team through ambiguity.
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and organize data and develop solutions.
• Ability to meet the Business priorities and expectations and create high quality, delightful, polished user experiences.
• Ability to work in a team and independently on multiple high priority projects.
• Experience with Telecom network technologies.
• Working knowledge developing and deploying applications into cloud environments.
• Knowledge of system development methodologies (DevSecOps, CICD Pipeline and Agile Framework).
• Experience leading a technical team
• Experience with practicing agile development methodology.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Effective communication skills, a team player.

Where you'll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes working from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office, which will be set by your manager. Employees are responsible for maintaining compliance with hybrid work policies.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits and Compensation

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we've got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $101,000.00 - $194,000.00.