Senior Java Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer – Java / AWS (Contract)Location: San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)Employment Type: ContractA large U.S.-based financial technology organization is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help build and support cloud-based backend services used at national scale. This role focuses on Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and AWS within a distributed, high-availability environment.This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who enjoys owning features from design through production. The team works on systems where reliability, performance, and security are critical, and contractors are treated as core contributors who collaborate closely with product, QA, and architecture partners. Required Skills & Experience5+ years of professional software development experienceStrong Java development experienceHands-on experience with Spring Boot and RESTful APIsExperience working in AWS or cloud-based environmentsSolid understanding of SQL and relational databasesExperience with source control and code reviewsComfortable working in Linux/Unix environmentsDesired Skills & ExperienceMicroservices or SOA-based architecture experienceEvent-driven or asynchronous systemsAutomated testing frameworks (unit and functional)CI/CD or deployment automation experienceExperience supporting production applicationsWhat You Will Be DoingDesign, develop, and maintain backend services in JavaBuild and support cloud-native applications on AWSParticipate in technical design discussionsWrite clean, testable, and well-documented codeTroubleshoot and support existing servicesTech Breakdown50% Java / Spring Boot30% AWS / Cloud Infrastructure20% Databases, APIs, and supporting toolsDaily Responsibilities70% Hands-on development10% Technical design and leadership input20% Team collaboration and planningThe OfferHourly Rate: $75/hour min – $90/hour maxApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.Posted By: Alexandria Campos