Senior Software Engineer

PINNACLE GROUP (Pinnacle Technical Resources); McLean (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

PTR Global is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, build, and support backend platforms for a Multifamily application. You will focus on Java microservices, REST APIs, MongoDB, AMQ messaging, Kubernetes, and AWS in a cloud-native environment. This is a contract role with potential for hire, based in McLean, Virginia.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience in enterprise software, strong API design, data modeling, and a proven ability to deliver reliable, secure systems at scale.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software engineering experience with strong hands-on backend development in enterprise environments.
• Experience delivering complex backend initiatives across microservices, APIs, AMQ-based messaging, data platforms and cloud-native deployments.
• Proficiency with Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices, MongoDB, AMQ, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and support backend capabilities including Java microservices and REST APIs.
• Build scalable, secure, observable backend services using cloud-native patterns and Kubernetes in AWS.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to clarify requirements and deliver outcomes.
• Create back-end services with Java, Spring Boot, MongoDB, AMQ messaging, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Follow standards for clean code, scalable design, security, testing, and operational readiness.
• Support production operations through incident triage, monitoring, and reliability improvements.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

MongoDB

AMQ messaging

AWS

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Automated testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

AMQ messaging

CI/CD tools

SQL/Relational databases

Kubernetes

Job description

Senior Software Engineer
IT | Software Design/Developer McLean, , Virginia Contract Oct 1, 2026

Position: Full Stack Senior
Location: McLean, Virginia
Duration: Contract (Possible contract to Hire)
Job ID: 179091

Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to design, build, and support scalable Multifamily application platforms and cloud-native services. This role focuses on hands‑on engineering across Java‑based microservices, event‑driven distributed systems, APIs, MongoDB, AMQ, Kubernetes, AWS, CI/CD automation, and production‑grade backend capabilities that are secure, resilient, observable, and aligned with business needs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and support backend application capabilities, including Java-based microservices, REST APIs, event‑driven distributed services, and AMQ‑based messaging integrations.
• Apply strong hands‑on engineering skills to build scalable, secure, resilient, observable, and maintainable backend services using modern software design patterns and cloud‑native practices.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, architects, business stakeholders, and cross‑functional technology teams to clarify requirements, align on technical approaches, manage dependencies, and deliver business outcomes.
• Build and enhance backend services using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices architecture, MongoDB, AMQ messaging, Kubernetes, AWS, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.
• Create proofs of concept, demos, and prototypes to evaluate emerging technologies and validate new ideas.
• Follow and strengthen software engineering standards, including clean code, scalable design, code reviews, automated testing, deployment discipline, application security, observability, and operational readiness.
• Ensure backend solutions are delivered with appropriate compliance, auditability, security, resiliency, accessibility, data quality, performance, and production support considerations.
• Support production operations by participating in incident triage, root‑cause analysis, application monitoring, logging, alerting, recovery practices, and continuous improvement of backend service reliability.
• Contribute as a senior individual developer by independently solving complex technical problems, improving existing codebases, reducing technical debt, and helping establish reusable backend engineering patterns.
• Promote a culture of ownership, collaboration, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence by sharing knowledge, documenting solutions, and supporting effective delivery within the team.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related software engineering experience with strong hands‑on backend development expertise in enterprise application environments.
• Demonstrated experience delivering complex backend technology initiatives across microservices, APIs, AMQ‑based messaging, integration services, data platforms, cloud‑native deployments, and platform modernization.
• Required hands‑on experience with Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices architecture, MongoDB, AMQ or similar messaging platforms, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and SQL or relational databases.
• Very seasoned experience in AWS and event‑driven distributed systems is required, and Kubernetes experience is a must.
• Strong background in backend software engineering, API design, data modeling, MongoDB schema design, event‑driven architecture, asynchronous messaging, and enterprise integration patterns.
• Experience applying software engineering standards, including clean architecture, scalable design, secure coding practices, automated testing, peer reviews, deployment discipline, compliance standards, and production readiness.
• Proven ability to evaluate technical options, contribute to architecture and design discussions, and independently implement solutions.
• Experience supporting production applications, including incident triage, debugging, root‑cause analysis, resiliency improvements, logging, monitoring, alerting, and continuous improvement of application and platform reliability.
• Strong individual contributor mindset with the ability to take ownership of complex deliverables, collaborate effectively, and mentor peers informally.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience; advanced degree preferred.

About PTR Global

PTR Global is a leading provider of information technology and workforce solutions. PTR Global has become one of the largest providers in its industry, with over 5000 professionals providing services across the U.S. and Canada. For more information visit www.ptrglobal.com

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Pay Range: $80- $90

The specific compensation for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full‑time consultants have access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K contributions, as well as PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work.