Senior Java Developer – Azure & Microservices

KellyMitchell Group; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)

401K offered

Job summary

KellyMitchell is seeking a Senior Java Developer for a leading airline industry provider in Fort Worth, TX. You will design, develop, and deploy cloud-native, distributed Java applications, architect microservices, and lead hands-on work across Azure, containers, and DevOps tooling.

You’ll build RESTful APIs, implement AKS deployments, and drive CI/CD with GitHub Actions while mentoring junior engineers in an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Java software and application development experience.
• Experience with Azure Data Factory for data integration and data pipeline orchestration.
• Experience with microservices, SOA, and full-stack development, with a proven track record building microservices architectures.
• Hands-on experience building and deploying applications on Azure, including AKS and Docker containerization.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and integration patterns.
• Advanced experience with GitHub Actions, plus hands-on experience with Git, GitHub, and CloudSmith.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (Bash, Python, PowerShell, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications, and architect microservices-based solutions that are scalable, resilient, and maintainable
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs for internal and external consumption, working with architects and engineering leadership to define best practices and standards
• Build and deploy applications on Azure Cloud using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Event Hub, Azure Cosmos DB (MongoDB API), Azure PostgreSQL, and secure Azure VNet and private network configurations
• Package applications with Docker and manage deployment, scaling, and lifecycle of containerized applications in Azure Kubernetes
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, and manage source code and releases using Git, GitHub, and CloudSmith, driving automation to reduce manual tasks
• Implement monitoring, performance management, and logging pipelines using Dynatrace and Mezmo, applying cloud‑native security best practices
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment, mentoring junior engineers and communicating clearly with product owners, stakeholders, and technical teams

Skills

Java development

Azure Data Factory

Microservices

REST APIs

GitHub Actions

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Tools

Azure AKS

Docker

GitHub

CloudSmith

Dynatrace

Mezmo

Job description

Job Summary

Our client, a leading airline industry provider, is seeking a Senior Java Developer to join their team. We are looking for a highly skilled senior developer/engineer with deep experience designing, developing, deploying, and supporting cloud-native, distributed applications. This role blends technical leadership, solution design, problem‑solving, and cross‑functional collaboration, with hands‑on work across Java, microservices, Azure cloud resources, containerization, and modern DevOps toolchains.

Core Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications, and architect microservices-based solutions that are scalable, resilient, and maintainable
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs for internal and external consumption, working with architects and engineering leadership to define best practices and standards
• Build and deploy applications on Azure Cloud using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Event Hub, Azure Cosmos DB (MongoDB API), Azure PostgreSQL, and secure Azure VNet and private network configurations
• Package applications with Docker and manage deployment, scaling, and lifecycle of containerized applications in Azure Kubernetes
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, and manage source code and releases using Git, GitHub, and CloudSmith, driving automation to reduce manual tasks
• Implement monitoring, performance management, and logging pipelines using Dynatrace and Mezmo, applying cloud‑native security best practices
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment, mentoring junior engineers and communicating clearly with product owners, stakeholders, and technical teams

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)

• Strong Java software and application development experience
• Experience with Microsoft Azure Data Factory for data integration and data pipeline orchestration
• Experience with microservices, SOA, and full‑stack development, with a proven track record building microservices architectures
• Hands‑on experience building and deploying applications on Azure, including AKS and Docker containerization
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and integration patterns
• Advanced experience with GitHub Actions, plus hands‑on experience with Git, GitHub, and CloudSmith
• Strong scripting and automation skills (Bash, Python, PowerShell, or similar)

Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice‑to‑Haves)

• Azure certification (AZ‑204, AZ‑305, or similar)
• Experience with event‑driven or streaming architectures
• Knowledge of cloud cost optimization strategies
• Experience mentoring or leading technical teams
• Experience with Dynatrace for APM and monitoring, and logging with Dynatrace and Mezmo
• Familiarity with cloud‑native security best practices and secure coding procedures

Key Competencies & Behaviors

• Excellent problem‑solving skills, especially in distributed and cloud‑native systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Collaborative mindset, focused on team success and delivering high‑quality solutions
• Technical leadership and mentorship of junior engineers

Work Environment

• Location: Fort Worth, TX
• Hybrid: 3 days onsite per week

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $30.00 and $44.00 per hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee‑Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

About KellyMitchell

At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We're movers and shakers! We don't mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee‑owned, women‑led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.