Java Developer Contractor: 6-9 years (Advanced)

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We are seeking experienced Java Full Stack Developers with strong ReactJS expertise to design, build, and maintain enterprise-grade applications for the Edward Jones engagement. The ideal candidate will be proficient across the full stack — Java backend, React frontend, APIs, and cloud-native services.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and develop full stack applications using Java and ReactJS
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot and Spring JPA
• Develop responsive, accessible frontend components using React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript
• Integrate with messaging infrastructure — Kafka — and cloud services on Azure
• Work with relational databases (MS SQL) and apply sound data modelling practices
• Follow micro-service architecture patterns and API gateway standards
• Collaborate with tech leads, product owners, scrum masters, and QA engineers in an agile team
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices
• Support CI/CD pipeline integration and DevOps practices
Skills & Experience Required
• 7+ years of software development experience
• Strong proficiency in Java, Spring, Spring Boot, Spring JPA, and REST APIs
• Strong experience with ReactJS and modern front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript)
• Experience with RESTful API development, API gateways, and integration patterns
• Working knowledge of Kafka, Kubernetes, MuleSoft, and Azure cloud
• Experience with MS SQL and general knowledge of cloud best practices
• Familiarity with micro-service architecture
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field preferred
EEO:
“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”