> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2751058-senior-java-developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2751058-senior-java-developer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Java Developer - **Company:** WorkNovas LLC - **Location:** Jersey City, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Client Server Models, Relational Databases, Database Design, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Fault Tolerance, Java Message Service (JMS), JSON, PostgreSQL, Apache Maven, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenShift, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, System Availability, Core Api, Apache Kafka, Cloud Migration, Code Restructuring, Docker, Legacy Systems - **Published:** September 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/use16decb79420310979acc1cdd11cc90f ## About the Role * 10+ years of hands-on software development experience designing, building, and supporting large-scale, complex, distributed enterprise systems using Java * Extensive experience in analysis, troubleshooting, and production support of legacy systems, including root-cause analysis, performance tuning, defect remediation, and modernization support * Proven track record of dedication and sustained contribution to complex projects, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. * Strong expertise in client/server and object-oriented software development, utilizing Core Java, JSON, MQ, JMS, Kafka, and related integration technologies * Proven experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes (Red Hat OpenShift or similar platforms) * Solid experience working with AWS cloud services, including application deployment, configuration, monitoring, and integration with on prem or hybrid environments * Experience migrating applications and services from on premises environments to AWS cloud, including assessment, refactoring, re platforming, hybrid integration, and post migration stabilization is a plus * Strong knowledge of relational database systems such as Oracle and PostgreSQL, with a deep understanding of mid-tier to database design principles, performance optimization, and transactional systems * Deep understanding of large-scale enterprise architectures, including high availability, resiliency, scalability, and fault-tolerant design Proficient in Maven-based build and dependency management for enterprise Java applications ## Related Videos - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Insights from building the Canva Developers Platform to empower 185 million designers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/942-insights-from-building-the-canva-developers-platform-to-empower-185-million-designers) - [Beam Me Up, Java! Unraveling the Warp-Speed Evolution: A Journey through Java LTS Versions 11 to 21](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/658-beam-me-up-java-unraveling-the-warp-speed-evolution-a-journey-through-java-lts-versions-11-to-21) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) - [Effective Java Strategies and Architectures for Clouds](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/186-effective-java-strategies-and-architectures-for-clouds) ## Related Articles - [Top 10 Java Libraries](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/364-top-10-java-libraries) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [Java Basics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/122-java-basics) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)