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# Software Developer

- **Company:** Kforce Inc.
- **Location:** Hillsborough County, FL, United States
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Apache ActiveMQ, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Apache Tomcat, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Github, Monitoring of Systems, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), IBM WebSphere MQ, Java Message Service (JMS), JSON, PostgreSQL, Apache Maven, Enterprise Messaging Systems, Node.Js, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenShift, Oracle (Applications), Systems Development Life Cycle, Distributed Caching, Software Engineering, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Enterprise Application Integration, Apache Camel, Spring-boot, Software Troubleshooting, Backend, Gitlab, Git, AngularJS, Solid Principles, Enterprise Integration, Npm(Software), Bitbucket, Splunk, Dynatrace, Jenkins
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/a1a71c1f-5ea6-4368-8ab7-9d4392a7057a

## About the Role

* Strong professional development experience with Java and Spring Boot
 * Experience with Jenkins, GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket, Maven, and CI/CD pipelines
 * Experience with messaging technologies such as IBM MQ, ActiveMQ, JMS, and JSON
 * Experience with relational databases, particularly Oracle; PostgreSQL experience is a plus
 * Experience with containers/OpenShift and AWS
 * Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux and Tomcat environments
 * Knowledge of enterprise protocols and technologies such as HTTP, TCP, XML, distributed caching, and messaging
 * Understanding of enterprise Java/J2EE development, object-oriented design, and SOLID principles
 * Strong understanding of the SDLC and Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
 * Strong troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
 * UI or integration development experience with Node.js, NPM, JavaScript, Angular, Apache Camel, or Spring Integration is a plus
 * Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Splunk or Dynatrace is preferred

## Description

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Software Developer in Tampa, FL., * Software Developer will design, develop, test, and implement enterprise Java applications within an Agile development environment

 * Translate technical and business requirements into scalable software solutions
 * Develop backend services using Java, Spring Boot, messaging technologies, and enterprise integration patterns
 * Build and maintain automated CI/CD processes using tools such as Jenkins, Git, and Maven
 * Create unit tests and support functional, integration, and automated testing activities
 * Partner with QA, analysts, infrastructure teams, and other developers to troubleshoot and resolve application issues
 * As a Software Developer, you will provide development, testing, production support, and technical problem resolution
 * Participate throughout the software development lifecycle, including design, development, deployment, and ongoing enhancements
 * Support containerized and cloud-based application environments