Java Developer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in New York, NY that is seeking a Java Developer (Lead, Senior, Mid) to join their team. The individual would need to meet the requirements outlined in the skills below, along with the additional requirements per each level.

Responsibilities:
Lead:
* Review architecture and design; Recommend improvements aligned with requirements
* Own end-to-end design, development, and deployment for multiple features or projects
* Deliver outcomes on time and enforce best practices for development

Senior:
* Uphold code quality, observability, and secure practices in a cloud-native environment
* Design and build full-stack Java services and contribute to architectural discussions

Mid:
* Implement features across API layers and write clean, testable code
* Support DevOps processes and CI/CD pipelines
* Consult with the Tech Lead as necessary and follow established best practices

REQUIREMENTS:
* Full-stack Java with Spring Boot; Strong fundamentals in design patterns, APIs, data access, and secure coding
* Cloud-native development; containers (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes/AKS), and Azure services preferred
* DevOps & CI/CD: pipelines, automation, blue/green releases
* Quality & Reliability: unit/integration tests, observability (logs/metrics/traces), performance tuning, incident playbooks
* Microservices & messaging: REST, Kafka/Event Hubs, resilience patterns (retry, circuit breaker)
* Data: SQL/NoSQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cosmos DB), caching (Redis), query optimization
* Collaboration: Agile delivery, clear communication, and partnering across product/architecture/SRE/QA

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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