Java Enterprise Software Engineer / Backend Developer

• Ensure software meets functional, non-functional, and compliance requirements.
• Design, code, and unit test solutions with clear, maintainable interfaces and successful integration into the application ecosystem.
• Apply development and testing practices for web applications.
• Contribute to story refinement and definition of requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Estimate work across the delivery lifecycle and guide the team on scope and approach.
• Perform spikes or proofs of concept to mitigate risk and vet new ideas.
• Utilize multiple architectural components across data, application, and business layers in solution design and development.
• Assist the team in resolving technical complexities and implementation challenges.
• Contribute to integration, regression, and performance test suites, analyze reports, and triage issues.
• Document and communicate information for deployment, maintenance, support, and business functionality.

We are seeking a Senior Java Enterprise Software Engineer / Backend Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java/J2EE, Spring ecosystem, and building high-volume, secure web services and a proven ability to deliver robust, compliant, and well-tested software that meets business objectives., * Experience with high-volume applications and server-side frameworks such as Spring MVC.

• Proficiency with Spring Framework, including Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Integration, Spring MVC, and Spring Data JPA.
• Strong understanding of SOAP web services and RESTful APIs using XML and JSON.
• Working knowledge of front-end technologies such as Handlebars, Vue, and ReactJS.
• Experience with XML and JSON binding libraries such as JAXB, Jackson, and Gson.
• Unit testing using JUnit and contribution to automated test suites.
• Experience with Git, Maven, Artifactory, and Eclipse or equivalent IDEs, including branching and merge strategies and Bitbucket.
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Splunk and Dynatrace.
• Familiarity with MQ technologies such as IBM WebSphere MQ or ActiveMQ and performance tuning with understanding of JVM internals.
• Experience with Groovy and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Experience with distributed systems development using Java/J2EE and web technologies and familiarity with Java design patterns.
• Experience with defensive programming and application security practices.
• Experience working with GitHub Copilot or similar coding agents/LLMs.

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and collaboration in team environments.
• Ability to communicate technology solutions to technical, business, and management audiences.
• Analytical skills to break down requirements and solve problems.

• Onsite expectation: Hybrid with a minimum of 3 days onsite per week.
• Interview process: 1-2 rounds. Video or in-person required.
• Approved work location: Newark, DE.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.