Full Stack Engineer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Full Stack Engineer (Java/React) for a right to hire assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Rutherford, NJ., * Responsible responsible for architecting, designing, and delivering complex, scalable application systems in partnership with the Technology team.

• Drives end-to-end application development, influences enterprise architecture decisions, and leads high-impact initiatives across both front-end and back-end platforms. The overall objective is to deliver robust, secure, and scalable solutions while setting engineering standards and guiding development teams.
• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of full stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React)
• Drive end-to-end ownership of application delivery, from requirements and design through development, testing, and deployment
• Define and enforce best practices for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation aligned with enterprise architecture standards
• Partner with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of technology solutions with business objectives
• Resolve complex, high-impact technical challenges through deep analysis of business processes, system flows, and industry standards
• Provide architectural guidance and ensure systems are scalable, resilient, and high-performing
• Lead development of microservices, APIs (REST/GraphQL), and cloud-native solutions
• Utilize advanced understanding of data structures, object-oriented design, and system integration patterns
• Drive innovation through adoption of modern development practices, including CI/CD, DevOps, and AI-assisted development tools
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level developers, providing technical leadership and oversight
• Contribute to strategic planning by identifying opportunities for system enhancements and process optimization
• Ensure adherence to risk, governance, and compliance standards, proactively identifying and managing system and operational risks

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
• 7-10+ years of software development experience, with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React)
• Proven experience designing and building scalable full stack and microservices-based architectures
• Advanced understanding of application architecture principles, design patterns, and system integration
• Strong knowledge of backend development, API design, and distributed systems
• Front-end expertise in building modern, responsive user interfaces using Angular/React, HTML5, and CSS
• Deep experience with SQL/PLSQL and relational databases (Oracle preferred)
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools (e.g., Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, Docker, OpenShift)
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) strongly preferred
• Familiarity with AI tools and their application in development workflows
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working in Agile environments using tools such as JIRA

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let’s work better together, we mean it. You’ll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .