Full Stack Java Developer - Independent Candidates Only

Fullstack Java DeveloperLocation: Columbia, TN (Hybrid 3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote)Employment Type: W2 OnlyJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Java Developer to join our growing development team in Columbia, Tennessee. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience building enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and cloud technologies. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.Required Skills5+ years of Java development experienceStrong expertise in Java 8/11/17Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring SecurityExperience developing Microservices ArchitectureStrong knowledge of RESTful APIs and web servicesExperience with Hibernate/JPASolid SQL skills with Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQLExperience with Kafka or RabbitMQFamiliarity with Docker and KubernetesExperience working in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud PlatformKnowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CIProficiency with Git, Maven, and GradleStrong understanding of software design patterns and best practicesExperience working in Agile/Scrum environmentsResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain high-performance Java applications.Build scalable and secure microservices using Spring Boot.Develop and consume REST APIs and integrate with third-party services.Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions.Participate in application design, code reviews, and technical discussions.Optimize application performance and troubleshoot production issues.Implement automated unit and integration tests.Work with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployments.Ensure adherence to coding standards, security requirements, and industry best practices.Provide technical documentation and support throughout the SDLC.Preferred QualificationsExperience with event-driven architectures using Kafka.Exposure to container orchestration using Kubernetes.Experience with cloud-native application development on AWS.Knowledge of React, Angular, or modern front-end frameworks is a plus.Experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk, Datadog, or ELK Stack.Financial, healthcare, insurance, or enterprise application experience preferred.EducationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.