Full-Stack Java Software Engineer

Job Title: Full-Stack Java Software EngineerLocation: Chicago, IL (Hybrid – Onsite 2 days per week)Duration & Type: 8-month contract to start with likely extension or conversionCompensation & Benefits: Competitive hourly rate ($51-64), Access to Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plan of Choice, and 401K (Benefit Plans can be requested at the time of submission to the client)SummaryChamberlain Advisors is seeking a Full-Stack Java Software Engineer Consultant to support a high-impact engineering team within a leading financial services organization. This role sits within a group responsible for fees and incentives applications, which power critical transaction processing and reporting functions across the business.This is a hands-on, full-stack development role with a strong backend foundation in Java, combined with growing frontend responsibilities as the team begins a UI modernization initiative. The ideal candidate will be comfortable building scalable backend services while also contributing to frontend development using modern JavaScript frameworks.The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, operating in Agile sprints with frequent deployments. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to large-scale system enhancements, including increased processing capacity, cloud-native architecture, and user interface re-engineering.Click Apply Now to join the Chamberlain experience!Ideal Candidate ProfileAbility to quickly contribute to both backend and frontend development effortsComfortable working independently while collaborating within a distributed teamDelivers scalable, reliable code that supports high-volume transaction processingActively contributes to modernization efforts, particularly in UI and system scalabilityWhat You Will Be Accountable ForDesign, develop, and maintain full-stack applications using Java and modern JavaScript frameworksBuild and enhance backend services and RESTful APIs using Java and Spring technologiesContribute to frontend development efforts, including UI modernization using React or similar frameworksCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-performance solutionsWrite clean, maintainable code and contribute to code reviews and best practicesDevelop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure application qualityWork with SQL databases to support data processing, reporting, and system performanceIdentify opportunities for performance optimization and scalability improvementsSupport CI/CD pipelines, deployments, and environment buildsParticipate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectivesWhat Qualifications You Need5+ years of hands-on experience in Java developmentStrong experience with the Spring Framework (Spring Boot and/or Spring MVC)Experience building and supporting REST APIs and backend servicesFrontend development experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and a modern framework (React preferred, Angular acceptable)Experience writing SQL queries and working with relational databasesFamiliarity with Linux-based environmentsExperience with build and CI/CD tools such as Maven, Jenkins, and GitExperience with unit and integration testing (e.g., JUnit, Mockito)Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environmentPreferredExperience with React and modern UI developmentExposure to cloud-native development, preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP) (AWS acceptable)Experience with microservices architectureFamiliarity with Postgres, BigQuery, or similar data platformsExperience with Spring Batch or batch processing systemsFamiliarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)About The ClientMixing powerful thinking and cutting-edge technology, our client is where the world comes to manage risk. Offering the widest range of global benchmark products across all major asset classes. They have created a marketplace for buyers and sellers bringing together individuals, companies, and institutions that need to manage risk. Our client works to serve as the counterparty to every trade that happens in our markets, to protect the integrity of our markets, and to virtually eliminate third-party credit risk. They are more than a marketplace, they are a team of groundbreakers, problem solvers, and difference makers.Why Work with Chamberlain?Chamberlain Advisors is a veteran-owned business that provides human capital solutions across a wide range of industries and engagement types. Chamberlain candidates benefit from our unique hiring and interviewing process which has been designed to increase the likelihood that they will be successful in their job searches. This is achieved through our 5-step recruitment process, ensuring a top-of-the-line candidate experience. Find out what makes us different; apply to Chamberlain today.Equal Opportunity EmployerChamberlain Advisors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chamberlain Advisors complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Chamberlain Advisors expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Chamberlain Advisors' employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.