Senior Java Engineer - Cloud Microservices

Kforce Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Java Software Engineer to join a client project. You will work with product management to break down epics, develop scalable cloud-based microservices, and mentor junior engineers.

The role requires strong Java/Spring Boot skills, cloud experience (AWS), containerization, and solid CI/CD practice. You will participate in code reviews and deployment strategies while ensuring reliable, high-quality software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• 5 years of experience in software engineering.
• Strong Java, Spring Boot expertise and cloud exposure.
• Experience with containers and modern CI/CD practices.
• Familiarity with distributed messaging and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product management to decompose epics into stories.
• Build scalable, cloud-based Java microservices.
• Provide on-call support and incident handling when needed.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in code reviews.
• Contribute to build, deployment pipelines and environment strategy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Ability to work in Agile teams

Independent work focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

Spring Boot

AWS / cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes / EKS

Kafka / SQS / SNS

Jenkins / CI pipelines

Git

JUnit / Spring Boot Test

Job description

Kforce Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Java Software Engineer to join a client project. You will work with product management to break down epics, develop scalable cloud-based microservices, and mentor junior engineers.

The role requires strong Java/Spring Boot skills, cloud experience (AWS), containerization, and solid CI/CD practice. You will participate in code reviews and deployment strategies while ensuring reliable, high-quality software.