Java Developer with React

Role: Java Developer with React

Location: Whippany, NJ (Hybrid)

Duration: Contract

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with React to design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications. The ideal candidate will have strong backend expertise in Java and Spring Boot along with frontend development experience using React. The role involves building RESTful APIs, developing responsive user interfaces, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.

Required Skills: 5 years of experience in Java application development Strong experience with Java 8/11/17, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Data JPA Experience building Microservices and RESTful APIs Hands-on experience with React.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3 Strong knowledge of SQL databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL Experience with Git, Maven/Gradle, and CI/CD tools (Jenkins/GitHub Actions) Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Responsibilities: Develop and maintain Java-based backend services using Spring Boot. Build responsive and reusable UI components using React. Design and consume REST APIs for enterprise applications. Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code. Collaborate with product owners, QA, and DevOps teams. Participate in code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization. Support CI/CD deployments and production releases. Follow Agile development practices and contribute to sprint planning. Preferred SkillsExperience with AWS or Azure cloud services Knowledge of Kafka or other messaging systems Experience with JUnit, Mockito, and frontend testing frameworks Understanding of OAuth, JWT, and application security best practices