Senior Full Stack Engineer

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC; Rutherford (NJ); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC is seeking a Senior Full Stack Java Engineer for a hybrid contract role in Rutherford, NJ. You will deliver scalable full stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, and modern JavaScript frameworks, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Expect 6+ months with strong potential for extension or conversion. You will design and implement APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions while following enterprise architecture standards and DevOps practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent
• 7–10+ years of software development experience with Java, Spring Boot, and JavaScript frameworks (React)
• Experience designing and building scalable full stack and microservices-based architectures
• Strong understanding of application architecture principles, design patterns, and system integration
• Knowledge of backend development, API design, and distributed systems
• Front-end expertise with Angular/React, HTML5, CSS
• SQL/PLSQL and relational databases (Oracle preferred)
• CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools (Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, Docker, OpenShift)
• Cloud platforms (AWS) strongly preferred
• AI tools familiarity in development workflows
• Leadership, communication, and stakeholder management in Agile environments (JIRA)

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of full stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, and modern JavaScript frameworks (React)
• Drive end-to-end ownership of application delivery from requirements through deployment
• Define and enforce best practices for coding, testing, and implementation
• Partner with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to align technology with business objectives
• Resolve complex technical challenges through analysis of processes and systems
• Provide architectural guidance for scalable and high-performing systems
• Lead development of microservices, APIs (REST/GraphQL), and cloud-native solutions
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers with technical leadership
• Contribute to strategic planning for system enhancements and process optimization
• Ensure adherence to risk, governance, and compliance standards

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

React/JavaScript frameworks

Architectural design

Agile / Jira

API design

Distributed systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/IS

Tools

Docker

OpenShift

Maven/Gradle

Jenkins

AWS

Job description

Grow your career with an innovative global bank in Rutherford, NJ as a Senior Full Stack Java Engineer. Contract role with strong possibility of extension and/or conversion. Will require working a hybrid schedule 2-3 days onsite per week.

Join one of the world's most renowned global banks and trusted brand with over 200 years of continuously evolving financial services worldwide. You will work alongside some of the smartest minds in the industry who are excited to share their knowledge and to learn from you.

Contract Duration: 6+ Months

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
• 7–10+ years of software development experience, with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React)
• Proven experience designing and building scalable full stack and microservices-based architectures
• Advanced understanding of application architecture principles, design patterns, and system integration
• Strong knowledge of backend development, API design, and distributed systems
• Front-end expertise in building modern, responsive user interfaces using Angular/React, HTML5, and CSS
• Deep experience with SQL/PLSQL and relational databases (Oracle preferred)
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools (e.g., Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, Docker, OpenShift)
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) strongly preferred
• Familiarity with AI tools and their application in development workflows
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working in Agile environments using tools such as JIRA

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of full stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React)
• Drive end-to-end ownership of application delivery, from requirements and design through development, testing, and deployment
• Define and enforce best practices for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation aligned with enterprise architecture standards
• Partner with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of technology solutions with business objectives
• Resolve complex, high-impact technical challenges through deep analysis of business processes, system flows, and industry standards
• Provide architectural guidance and ensure systems are scalable, resilient, and high-performing
• Lead development of microservices, APIs (REST/GraphQL), and cloud-native solutions
• Utilize advanced understanding of data structures, object-oriented design, and system integration patterns
• Drive innovation through adoption of modern development practices, including CI/CD, DevOps, and AI-assisted development tools
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level developers, providing technical leadership and oversight
• Contribute to strategic planning by identifying opportunities for system enhancements and process optimization
• Ensure adherence to risk, governance, and compliance standards, proactively identifying and managing system and operational risks