Java Full Stack Developer

We are urgently seeking a seasoned Full-Stack Software Engineer for a high-impact contract role. We require a minimum of 5+ years of professional experience delivering robust, full-stack applications with expertise in Java and the React ecosystem.

The successful candidate will own the end-to-end development life cycle, from backend data modeling and microservices to the deployment of modern, performant front-end interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Backend Engineering (Java/Spring): Design, develop, and maintain secure, high-throughput RESTful APIs using Java and the Spring Boot framework. Implement efficient data persistence layers utilizing Hibernate ORM with a PostgreSQL database.
• Frontend Development (React): Build modern, responsive, and component-based user interfaces using React.js. Leverage server-side rendering or static generation using Next.js where appropriate to optimize performance and SEO.
• Search & Data Layer: Integrate with and optimize high-volume search and analytics systems like Solr or OpenSearch to power key application features.
• Cloud Operations & Deployment: Utilize AWS services for application deployment, scaling, and monitoring.
• Quality Assurance & Standards: Enforce coding standards, participate in peer code reviews, and ensure thorough unit and integration testing across the full stack.

Required Skills & Experience

Professional Experience

• Minimum 4+ years of professional, hands-on experience in full-stack web development.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Excellent technical communication skills.

Technical Expertise (Must-Haves)

Stack Area Key Requirements

Backend Java (Java 8+), Spring Boot (Microservices), and Hibernate ORM.

Database Deep proficiency with PostgreSQL, including query optimization and schema design.

Frontend React.js (Functional Components, Hooks), modern JavaScript (ES6+), HTML/CSS

Cloud/DevOps Practical experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda).

Highly Desirable Skills (Big Plus)

• Experience developing production applications with Next.js for server-side rendering or static generation.
• Direct experience with search platforms such as Apache Solr or OpenSearch/Elasticsearch.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker.