Senior Java Software Engineer

Senior Java Developer18 Month W2 Contract Hybrid 3 days onsite 2 days remote $60-$65/hour Chandler, AZ Job Description:We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with strong fundamentals in core Java, database interaction, and backend development. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with coding assessments, possess a solid understanding of Java 8 features, and have experience working with relational databases such as Oracle.Key Responsibilities:Develop, test, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java.Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices.Participate in coding assessments (up to 1 week of coding exercises) as part of the evaluation process.Design and interact with relational databases, particularly Oracle.Implement data persistence and object-relational mapping using Hibernate.Create, read, update, and delete (CRUD) data using Java applications integrated with databases.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver high-quality solutions.Required Skills & Qualifications:Strong knowledge of Core Java and object-oriented programming concepts.Hands-on experience with Java 8 features, including:Lambda expressionsStreams APIFunctional interfacesOptionalAbility to solve basic to intermediate coding problems efficiently.Understanding of Oracle databases, including:Writing SQL queriesBasic database concepts (joins, indexing, normalization)Experience with Hibernate:Understanding ORM conceptsMapping Java objects to database tablesPerforming CRUD operationsGood understanding of application development lifecycle and debugging techniques.Nice to Have:Knowledge of JVM memory management and ability to identify and troubleshoot memory leaks (heap analysis, GC basics).Experience or familiarity with Python.Exposure to performance tuning and optimization.