Java Developer

W2: Java Developer (Hybrid, McLean, VA)Location: McLean, VA (Hybrid 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)Experience: 8+ yearsEmployment Type: ContractJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Java Developer to join a high-impact engineering team . The ideal candidate is a hands-on backend developer with 8+ years of strong Java development experience and a proven track record of delivering scalable, enterprise-grade applications in a fast-paced financial services environment.Note: Prior Fannie Mae experience is required for this role. Only candidates with previous Fannie Mae project experience will be considered.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain robust, scalable applications using Java / J2EE and related frameworks.Build and consume RESTful APIs / microservices to support enterprise business needs.Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and QA teams across the full SDLC in an Agile/Scrum environment.Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code; participate in code reviews and design discussions.Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance and reliability.Support deployment, CI/CD pipelines, and production releases.Required Skills & Qualifications8+ years of professional software development experience with Core Java / J2EE.Strong experience with Spring / Spring Boot and microservices architecture.Hands-on experience with RESTful web services, SQL/relational databases, and ORM frameworks.Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git, Maven/Gradle) and cloud platforms (AWS preferred).Solid understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.Mandatory: Prior Fannie Mae work experience.Preferred / Nice To HaveExperience in mortgage, banking, or financial services domains.Exposure to containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and messaging systems (Kafka).Work AuthorizationMust be able to work onsite in McLean, VA, 3 days per week (hybrid).Please share Resume at gurudeepthi.g@cliff-services.com