Senior Software Developer (Application Modernization/Cloud Migration)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer with strong expertise in Java/J2EE application modernization and AWS cloud migration. In this role, you will take ownership of transforming legacy, on-prem Java/J2EE applications into scalable, cloud-native solutions on AWS, improving performance, resiliency, and maintainability while minimizing disruption to existing systems.

This is a hands-on technical role ideal for engineers who have led or contributed directly to enterprise-scale cloud migration initiatives., Cloud Migration & Modernization

• Lead and execute components of enterprise Java/J2EE migration efforts from on-prem environments to AWS
• Define and implement migration strategies, including re-platforming and refactoring for cloud-native architectures
• Modernize monolithic applications into modular services or microservices as needed

Hands-On Development & Architecture

• Design and build reusable migration patterns, accelerators, and reference implementations
• Actively contribute through hands-on coding, solution prototyping, and performance optimization
• Refactor and optimize Java/J2EE codebases to integrate with AWS services

AWS & Cloud Services Integration

• Implement AWS services including EC2, ECS/EKS, S3, RDS, API Gateway, and Lambda
• Apply AWS best practices for scalability, security, availability, and disaster recovery

Containerization & DevOps

• Containerize applications using Docker and deploy via ECS or EKS
• Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as CloudFormation, SAM, or Terraform
• Support CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments

Standards, Governance & Collaboration

• Follow established cloud architecture standards and coding best practices
• Provide recommendations with cost optimization and operational efficiency in mind
• Collaborate with technical leads, Scrum teams, and stakeholders to meet delivery milestones

Do you have experience in Technical troubleshooting support?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

• 5+ years of hands-on experience migrating applications to AWS
• Proven experience migrating on-prem Java/J2EE applications to AWS
• Strong Java/J2EE expertise (Spring, Hibernate, JSF, etc.)
• Solid understanding of AWS architecture and cloud-native design principles
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with IaC tools (CloudFormation, Terraform, or similar)
• Knowledge of database migration strategies and relational databases
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps best practices
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills

$60 - $70 an hour - Full-time, Contract