Sr Java with AI Software Engineer

Blackstone Talent Group; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackstone Talent Group is seeking a Sr Java with AI Software Engineer to join our Client's team. The candidate will bring extensive Java backend experience and hands-on work with Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices, JPA/Hibernate, and modern tooling.

The role emphasizes Linux, GitHub workflows, Kubernetes, and Azure cloud familiarity, with exposure to AI-assisted development tools and AI-enabled software projects. Strong problem-solving and team collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 35+ years of Java backend development experience.
• Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices, JPA/Hibernate, Maven/Gradle, JUnit/Mockito, and API integration.
• Strong experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Database design, queries, joins, indexing, and performance optimization.
• Hands-on development on Rules engine like Drools, Kogito.
• Hands-on coding experience with C/C++.
• Linux environments, including command-line tools and shell scripting.
• GitHub repository management and the GitHub CLI.
• Kubernetes—deploying, managing, or troubleshooting containerized apps.
• Microsoft Azure cloud services and infrastructure.

Skills

Java backend development

Spring Boot

REST APIs

microservices

JPA/Hibernate

Maven/Gradle

JUnit/Mockito

SQL and relational databases

C/C++

Linux

GitHub

Kubernetes

Azure

AI-assisted development tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Drools

Kogito

GitHub CLI

Job description

Blackstone Talent Group, an award-winning technology consulting and talent agency is seeking a Sr Java with AI Software Engineer to join our Client's team.

Sr Java with AI Software Engineer

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 35+ years of Java backend development experience, with strong hands-on experience in Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices, JPA/Hibernate, Maven/Gradle, JUnit/Mockito, and API integration.
• Strong experience with SQL and relational databases, including database design, queries, joins, indexing, and performance optimization.
• Hands-on development on Rules engine like Drools, Kogito
• Hands-on coding experience with C/C++.
• Strong experience working in Linux environments, including command-line tools and shell scripting.
• Experience with GitHub repository management and the GitHub CLI.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including deploying, managing, or troubleshooting containerized applications.
• Experience working with Microsoft Azure cloud services and infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted software development, including:
  • Practical experience using Claude Code or OpenAI Codex in software engineering projects.
  • Regular, day-to-day use of GitHub Copilot for development.
• Experience in the dental and/or medical insurance industry, particularly with insurance claims processing.
• Candidates located in or near Oakland or San Francisco, California are preferred.
• Rule Engine experience (Kogito/Drools preferred).

Soft Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and engineering teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of projects, and proactively identify and resolve technical issues.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to evolving technologies and requirements.

Security Clearance Required: N/A

Blackstone Talent Group is a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackstone Technology Group, a global IT services and software firm that implements technological solutions across commercial industry verticals and the US Federal Government. Blackstone's global talent augmentation practice was founded in 1998. Blackstone Talent Group has offices in San Francisco, Denver, Houston, Colorado Springs, and Washington, DC. We specialize in providing clients the best talent across a variety of industries and sectors.