Software Engineer

Judge Group, Inc.; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer / Full Stack Java Developer to join a hybrid team in Irving, TX, contributing to CTR and transaction monitoring applications.

You will work across Java, Spring Boot, and React, focus on REST APIs, microservices, cloud-native development, and data processing across multiple existing apps. The role requires hands‑on coding, collaboration with distributed Agile teams, and modernization efforts, with a 3‑days‑per‑week onsite schedule at Irving,

Qualifications

• 2 years of Software Engineering experience.
• 2 years of hands‑on Java development experience.
• Experience developing applications with Spring/Spring Boot.
• Hands‑on experience with React.js or a comparable modern front‑end framework such as Angular.
• Experience developing and consuming REST APIs.
• Experience working with microservices architectures.
• Understanding of software design patterns and object‑oriented development principles.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and application performance optimization.
• Working knowledge of Python, including its use in scripting, automation, or data processing.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with cross‑functional or distributed teams.
• Ability to work onsite 3 days per week at the assigned Irving, TX or Chandler, AZ location.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain full-stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, and React.js.
• Build and support REST APIs and microservices for enterprise applications.
• Maintain and enhance existing applications while supporting consolidation efforts.
• Help stabilize and modernize front‑end applications using React and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Apply software design patterns, secure coding practices, and application performance optimization techniques.
• Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, testing, and ongoing application improvements.
• Work with Python for automation, scripting, data processing, and related development initiatives.
• Contribute to data pipeline development using Python and Apache Spark.
• Support cloud‑native application development with Google Cloud Platform exposure preferred.
• Collaborate with distributed teams in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Research and evaluate technical solutions and recommend approaches for engineering challenges.
• Identify opportunities to improve development processes, stability, maintainability and performance.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools, including GitHub Copilot.

Skills

Java development

Spring Boot

React.js

REST APIs

Microservices

Agile/Scrum

Python

Cloud platforms

GitHub Copilot

Tools

Google Cloud Platform

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Apache Spark

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Location: Irving, TX Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly – $43.00 USD Hourly Description:

Software Engineer| Full Stack Java

We are not accepting C2C or 1099 arrangements.

Locations: Irving, TX or Chandler, AZ

Primary Irving Location: 401 Las Colinas Blvd W, Building A, Irving, TX

Line of Business: TCOO

Contract Duration: 18 months, with potential for extension or conversion

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite required

Openings: 1

About the Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer / Full Stack Java Developer to join a team responsible for a suite of applications supporting Currency Transaction Reporting (CTR) and transaction monitoring.

In this role, you will contribute to the maintenance, modernization, and consolidation of five existing applications into a more unified platform. You will work across the technology stack, with a strong focus on Java, Spring Boot, and React , while contributing to REST APIs, microservices, cloud-native development, and data processing initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on developer who learns quickly, works effectively with distributed Agile teams, and is comfortable contributing to both existing applications and modernization efforts.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, test, and maintain full-stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, and React.js.
• Build and support REST APIs and microservices for enterprise applications.
• Maintain and enhance existing applications while supporting efforts to consolidate multiple applications into a unified solution.
• Help stabilize and modernize front‑end applications using React and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Apply software design patterns, secure coding practices, and application performance optimization techniques.
• Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, testing, and ongoing application improvements.
• Work with Python for automation, scripting, data processing, and related development initiatives.
• Contribute to data pipeline development and processing using technologies such as Python and Apache Spark.
• Support cloud‑native application development, with exposure to Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) preferred.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional and geographically distributed teams in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Research and evaluate technical solutions and recommend approaches for low‑to‑moderately complex engineering challenges.
• Identify opportunities to improve development processes, application stability, maintainability, and performance.
• Leverage modern developer productivity and AI‑assisted development tools, including GitHub Copilot.
• Follow applicable technology, security, compliance, and development standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of Software Engineering experience, demonstrated through a combination of professional experience, consulting experience, training, military experience, or education.
• 2 years of hands‑on Java development experience.
• Experience developing applications with Spring/Spring Boot.
• Hands‑on experience with React.js or a comparable modern front‑end framework such as Angular.
• Experience developing and consuming REST APIs.
• Experience working with microservices architectures.
• Understanding of software design patterns and object‑oriented development principles.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and application performance optimization.
• Working knowledge of Python, including its use in scripting, automation, or data processing.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with cross‑functional or distributed teams.
• Ability to work onsite 3 days per week at the assigned Irving, TX or Chandler, AZ location.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) or another major cloud platform.
• Experience developing cloud‑native applications.
• Experience with Kubernetes and/or OpenShift Container Platform (OCP).
• Experience with Apache Spark and data pipelines.
• Exposure to AI/ML technologies or AI‑assisted software development tools.
• Experience with GitHub Copilot or similar AI development tools.
• Experience supporting application modernization, migration, or consolidation initiatives.

Financial services experience is not required.

What We’re Looking For

Successful candidates will be:

• Strong problem solvers with solid software engineering fundamentals.
• Comfortable working across both back‑end and front‑end technologies.
• Quick learners who are open to developing new cloud, data, and AI‑related skills.
• Collaborative and effective in cross‑functional team environments.
• Able to work independently while knowing when to engage teammates for input.
• Adaptable and comfortable supporting both existing applications and modernization projects.
• Committed to the required hybrid work schedule.

Work Environment

• Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite is mandatory.
• Overtime: Not expected.
• After‑hours releases: Participation in off‑hours release calls is not expected.
• Contract: 18 months, with the possibility of extension or conversion.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.