SWE2 Java Engineer

Waypoint Human Capital

Jessup, United States of America

2 days ago

Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Working hours

Regular working hours

Languages

English

Experience level

Senior

Job location

Jessup, United States of America

Tech stack

Java

Agile Methodologies

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Azure

Big Data

Cloud Computing

Code Review

Relational Databases

DevOps

Distributed Systems

Hadoop

Java Web Services

Spring

NoSQL

Performance Tuning

Scrum

Software Engineering

Data Streaming

Data Processing

Spring-boot

Backend

Containerization

Information Technology

Atlassian Tools

Kafka

REST

Docker

Legacy Systems

Microservices

Job description

Waypoint's client is seeking a SWE2 Java Engineer to support development and modernization of mission-critical systems. This role focuses on backend development, with an emphasis on Java-based applications, microservices architectures, and large-scale data processing frameworks such as Hadoop., * Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and modern frameworks.

Build and support microservices-based architectures to enable scalable and modular system design.
Develop and optimize data processing solutions using Hadoop and related technologies.
Design and implement RESTful APIs and backend integrations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
Troubleshoot and resolve backend performance, scalability, and integration issues.
Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and code reviews.
Support modernization efforts, including transitioning legacy systems to distributed and microservices-based architectures.
Ensure backend systems meet security, reliability, and performance requirements.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum 8-10 years of experience in software engineering.
Strong proficiency in Java backend development.
Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
Experience working with Hadoop or similar big data frameworks.
Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
Experience with Git and version control practices.
Familiarity with Jira and Confluence.
Experience working in Agile development environments.

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