Software Development Engineer - Java

EPITEC; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

EPITEC in Berkeley Heights, NJ is seeking a senior Java lead to drive development across the full SDLC. The role requires Kubernetes, OpenShift, Spring Boot, RESTful services, and NoSQL databases, with a focus on architectural oversight and mentoring a cross-functional team.

The candidate will lead Agile practices (Scrum/Kanban), ensure TDD practices, and collaborate with product, engineering and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software in a contract-to-hire capacity.

Qualifications

• Java 17+ development experience.
• Spring Boot and RESTful services.
• Kubernetes and OpenShift knowledge.
• NoSQL databases experience.
• Solid OOP and design principles.
• Experience across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of software architecture and design patterns.
• Familiarity with Confluence, Jira, SharePoint, Fortify, and Sonatype.
• Test-Driven Development (TDD) expertise.
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Strong communication with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor development teams in delivery.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and stakeholders.
• Ensure quality through TDD and secure coding practices.
• Contribute to Agile processes (Scrum/Kanban).
• Drive SDLC milestones and architecture decisions.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Kubernetes

OpenShift

RESTful Services

NoSQL databases

OOP & design principles

SDLC

Software architecture & patterns

TDD

Leadership & mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Tools

Confluence

Jira

SharePoint

Fortify

Sonatype

Job description

Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ (5 days onsite)

Duration: 12-month contract-to-hire

Key Requirements

• Spring Boot and RESTful Services
• Kubernetes and OpenShift
• NoSQL databases
• Object-Oriented Programming and software design principles
• Experience across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Knowledge of software architecture and design patterns
• Familiarity with Confluence, Jira, SharePoint, Fortify, and Sonatype
• Strong understanding of Test-Driven Development (TDD)
• Proven ability to lead and mentor development teams
• Experience partnering with product, engineering, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ (5 days onsite)

Duration: 12-month contract-to-hire

Key Requirements

Technical Expertise

• Java 17+ development experience
• Spring Boot and RESTful Services
• Kubernetes and OpenShift
• NoSQL databases
• Object-Oriented Programming and software design principles
• Experience across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Knowledge of software architecture and design patterns
• Familiarity with Confluence, Jira, SharePoint, Fortify, and Sonatype
• Strong understanding of Test-Driven Development (TDD)

Leadership & Collaboration

• Proven ability to lead and mentor development teams
• Experience partnering with product, engineering, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Professional Experience

• 10+ years of software development experience
• Prior technical lead or team leadership experience
• Experience working within Agile environments, including Scrum and Kanban

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