Senior Java Backend / Full-Stack Engineer

BCforward; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward is seeking a Senior Java Backend / Full-Stack Engineer to join our Newark, DE team on a contract basis. You will leverage Java/J2EE, Spring ecosystem, RESTful and SOAP services to deliver high-volume, secure applications.

The role requires strong distributed systems experience, Front-end exposure (Handlebars/Vue/ReactJS), and a solid testing, CI/CD mindset. Onsite/hybrid work in Newark, DE with 3 days onsite per week is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience building and supporting high-volume applications.
• Strong Java/J2EE, Spring, RESTful and SOAP services.
• Front-end work with Handlebars, Vue or ReactJS.
• Proficiency with XML/JSON binding and unit testing.
• Experience with Git, Maven, Bitbucket, and IDEs (Eclipse or similar).
• Familiar with monitoring tools (Splunk, Dynatrace) and MQ tech.
• Knowledge of JVM tuning and Groovy scripting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure software meets functional, non-functional, and compliance requirements.
• Design, code, and unit test interfaces for seamless integration.
• Apply robust development and testing practices for web apps.
• Contribute to story refinement and requirements definition.
• Estimate effort and guide delivery through the lifecycle.
• Perform spikes to mitigate risk and validate ideas.
• Use multi-layer architecture across data, application, and business.
• Assist team in resolving technical complexities and triage issues.
• Enhance test suites and document deployment and maintenance details.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

RESTful services

SOAP services

J2EE

Frontend (Handlebars, Vue, ReactJS)

XML/JSON binding

JUnit testing

Git/GitHub

Maven

Artifactory

Eclipse IDE

Splunk/Dynatrace

MQ (WebSphere/ActiveMQ)

JVM tuning

Groovy scripting

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS or related

Tools

Git

GitHub Copilot

Bitbucket

Maven

Artifactory

JDBC/JAXB/Jackson/Gson

Job description

Job Title: Senior Java Backend / Full-Stack Engineer Location: Newark, DE Duration: Contract - 12 months (potential contract-to-hire) Pay Range: $65.05/hr (W2) Job ID: 410396

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 Senior Java Backend / Full-Stack Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java/J2EE, Spring ecosystem, RESTful and SOAP services, and distributed systems and a proven ability to deliver complex, high-volume, secure applications that meet functional and non-functional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure software meets functional, non-functional, and compliance requirements.
• Design, code, and unit test solutions with clear, robust, and well-tested interfaces for seamless integration.
• Apply sound development and testing practices for web applications.
• Contribute to story refinement and requirement definition.
• Estimate effort and guide delivery through the lifecycle.
• Perform spikes or proofs of concept to mitigate risk or validate new ideas.
• Utilize multiple architectural components across data, application, and business layers.
• Assist the team in resolving technical complexities.
• Enhance integration, regression, and performance test suites, analyze test reports, and triage issues.
• Document and communicate deployment, maintenance, support, and business functionality details.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience building and supporting high-volume applications.
• Expertise with Spring Framework, including Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Integration, Spring MVC, and Spring Data JPA.
• Strong understanding of SOAP web services with XML and JSON, and experience building RESTful services.
• Working knowledge of front-end technologies such as Handlebars, Vue, and ReactJS.
• Proficiency with XML and JSON binding libraries (JAXB, Jackson, Gson).
• Unit testing with JUnit and contribution to automated test suites.
• Experience with Git, Git branching and merge strategies, Bitbucket, Maven, Artifactory, and Eclipse or equivalent IDE.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Splunk and Dynatrace.
• Familiarity with MQ technologies (WebSphere MQ or ActiveMQ).
• Experience in performance tuning and understanding of JVM internals.
• Experience with Groovy scripting.
• Strong object-oriented programming skills and knowledge of Java design patterns.
• Experience in distributed systems development using Java/J2EE and web technologies.
• Practice in defensive programming and application security.
• Experience with GitHub and Copilot.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or related field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on software development experience.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and collaborative team environments.
• Ability to communicate complex technology solutions to technical, business, and management audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills for requirement breakdown and problem solving.

Role Logistics

• Start month: November.
• Onsite expectation: Hybrid, minimum three days onsite per week in Newark, DE.
• Interview process: One to two rounds. Video or in-person required. Glider ID verification.
• Sponsorship: Candidates must not require 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.