> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3137558-java-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3137558-java-engineer). 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). --- # Java Engineer - **Company:** Randstad - **Location:** Phoenix, AZ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $69,326.0 - $90,126.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Application Integration Architecture, Application Layers, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Database Queries, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Programming Tools, NoSQL, Software Engineering, Apache Cassandra, GitHub Copilot, Spring-boot, Vert.x, Backend, Data Layers, Code Testing, Cassandra, Reactive Programming, Asynchronous Programming, Restful APIs, Microservices - **Published:** September 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/b924f117-29df-412b-8c48-f63f5eddf778 ## About the Role 6+ years of professional software engineering experience in Java. Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Vert.x frameworks. Solid experience with Cassandra Database, including application integration and query design. Demonstrated expertise in building and maintaining scalable RESTful web services. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Familiarity with AI-driven development tools such as GitHub Copilot. Experience with reactive programming models and NoSQL database architecture. skills: Apache Cassandra,application integration,AI-enabled,AI,asynchronous programming,backend,backend services,Cassandra,Clean code,CI/CD pipeline,data layer,database queries,Database,GitHub Copilot,Java,Java Development,microservices,microservice architectures,NoSQL systems,development tools,RESTful APIs,RESTful API Development,debugging,design patterns,software engineering,software development,Spring Boot,Vert.x,forward-thinking,testing frameworks,AI-Assisted Development,data modeling,paradigms,Backend Java ## Description We are seeking a skilled Java Engineer with 6 to 9 years of software development experience to join our application engineering team in Phoenix, AZ. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain high-performance microservices and RESTful APIs using Java, Spring Boot, Vert.x, and Cassandra DB. You will work on a hybrid schedule (minimum 3 days onsite per week) to build scalable backend solutions utilizing modern engineering standards and AI-enabled development tools., * Architect, build, and optimize scalable RESTful APIs and backend microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and Vert.x. * Develop application layers and queries integrating directly with Cassandra NoSQL databases. * Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following best practices for software engineering and peer code reviews. * Leverage AI-assisted development tools like GitHub Copilot to streamline coding and refactoring workflows. * Collaborate in a hybrid team environment on-site in Phoenix, AZ. ## Related Videos - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Is reactive the new black? Imperative vs. reactive programming with Quarkus](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/751-is-reactive-the-new-black-imperative-vs-reactive-programming-with-quarkus) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) - [Development of reactive applications with Quarkus](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/89-development-of-reactive-applications-with-quarkus) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Top 10 Java Libraries](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/364-top-10-java-libraries) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)