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# Software Engineer 3 - Contingent

- **Company:** American CyberSystems
- **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States
- **Salary:** $108,160.0 - $118,560.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Performance Management, Unit Testing, Software Quality, Code Review, Database Design, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Object-Oriented Software Development, SQL Databases, Java Application Server, Enterprise Software Applications, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Event Driven Architecture, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Stream Processing, Microservices
- **Published:** August 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://public-rest34.bullhornstaffing.com/rest-services/2WXP1S/query/JobBoardPost?where=id=1022543&fields=id,title,publishedCategory(id,name),address(city,state),employmentType,dateLastPublished,publicDescription,isOpen,isPublic,isDeleted

## About the Role

* Understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
 * Experience with SQL and database design concepts.
 * Experience in debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
 * Ability to read, understand, and modernize legacy Java codebases.

## Description

* Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance enterprise applications using Java technologies.
 * Build and enhance RESTful APIs and Microservices using Spring Boot.
 * Develop responsive and user-friendly front-end applications using React.
 * Implement event-driven architectures using Kafka for real-time data processing.
 * Analyze, troubleshoot, and enhance existing legacy Java applications.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Architects, QA, and DevOps teams.
 * Ensure code quality through unit testing, code reviews, and adherence to best practices.
 * Participate in system design discussions and contribute to technical decision-making.
 * Optimize application performance, scalability, and security.
 * Support deployment and production issue resolution as needed.


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