Java AWS Developer Charlotte, NC (Onsite) Contract

LOCALS - Preferred.Job Title: Java Developer (AWS + Spring Boot Expert)Location: Charlotte, NC - OnsiteEmployment Type: ContractJob Description:We are seeking a highly skilled Java Developer with deep expertise in AWS cloud services and Spring Boot to join our client's team in Charlotte, NC. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience building scalable, high-performance applications, designing microservices, and deploying solutions in AWS.Key Responsibilities:Design, develop, and deploy Java/Spring Boot microservices applications.Implement and integrate AWS cloud-native services (Lambda, S3, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, CloudFormation, etc.).Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security in AWS.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, DevOps, and QA to ensure high-quality delivery.Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following industry best practices.Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in development and production. Required Skills & Qualifications:8-10+ years of professional software development experience.Strong programming skills in Java 8/11+ and Spring Boot framework.Expert-level hands-on experience with AWS services (Lambda, S3, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, CloudWatch, etc.).Experience building and deploying microservices and REST APIs.Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Git, and DevOps practices.Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Nice to Have:AWS certification (Developer Associate / Solutions Architect).Experience with messaging systems (Kafka, SNS/SQS).Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.