Back End Java Developer - Plano, TX - 308918
American Cybersystems, Inc.

Looking to fill a Java / J2EE engineer role in Plano, TX
Position type: Contract to Hire
Duration: 6+ Months

Seeking a Java/J2EE Engineer with strong experience in developing microservices and event-driven applications using Spring and Kafka

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Java/J2EE Engineer to join our team, focusing on building and maintaining microservices and event-driven solutions on the AWS platform. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and AWS cloud services, and will be comfortable working in an Agile, collaborative environment. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and deploying scalable, resilient, and high-performance applications that drive business value.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain microservices using Java/J2EE and Spring Boot.
Build and integrate event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka.
Develop and deploy applications on AWS, leveraging services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, and others.
Implement RESTful APIs and ensure secure, scalable, and maintainable interfaces.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features.
Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing.
Apply best practices in CI/CD, monitoring, and logging.
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues as needed.
Document technical solutions and architectural decisions.
Required Skills & Qualifications

3+ years of hands-on experience with Java/J2EE and Spring Boot.
Strong experience in designing and developing microservices architectures.
Proficient in building event-driven systems using Apache Kafka.
Solid experience with AWS cloud services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, IAM).
Experience with RESTful API design and implementation.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Maven, Docker).
Good understanding of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes is a plus).
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

Key Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain microservices using Java/J2EE and Spring Boot.
• Build and integrate event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka.
• Develop and deploy cloud-native applications on AWS, leveraging services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, IAM, and related services.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs with a focus on security, scalability, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and partner teams to define requirements and deliver features.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to maintain high quality.
• Apply best practices for CI/CD, monitoring, logging, and operational excellence.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues; participate in incident/problem management as needed.
• Document technical designs, architectural decisions, and operational runbooks.
Required Qualifications
• 3+ years hands-on experience with Java/J2EE and Spring Boot.
• Strong experience designing and building microservices architectures.
• Proficiency implementing event-driven systems with Apache Kafka.
• Experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, IAM).
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and build tooling such as Jenkins, Git, Maven, and Docker.
• Understanding of containerization (Docker; Kubernetes is a plus).
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Compute
Qualified candidates should APPLY NOWfor immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines.

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $85/Hr.
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS:Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions:

• Named One of America's Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024)
• Named One of the Best Companies to Work for by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)
• One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
• One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)
• Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
• One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
• AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications

Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/

Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at [email protected] or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.
The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

Thank You!
Team Innova Solutions

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