Sr. Java Developer
robert halfBurlington (IA)
Sr. Java Developer
Posted yesterday
robert halfBurlington (IA)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Senior Java Developer We are looking for a senior Java developer to support enterprise banking applications in Des Moines, Iowa. This long-term contract position calls for a hands-on engineer who can build scalable backend services, contribute to modern API development, and collaborate on user-facing features with Angular and JavaScript. The ideal candidate brings deep experience across Java-based systems, microservices, and database work, along with the ability to deliver reliable solutions in a regulated environment.
Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications that support critical banking operations.
Build and enhance RESTful services and microservices to improve system scalability, performance, and integration.
Develop backend components using Java, Spring, Spring Boot, and Maven while following sound engineering practices.
Partner with front-end developers to deliver responsive features using JavaScript and Angular.
Write, optimize, and troubleshoot SQL queries to support application functionality and data accuracy.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical solutions, review code, and resolve production issues.
Use GitHub and standard version control practices to manage source code and support team-based development.
Contribute to technical design discussions and help implement secure, dependable software solutions for banking platforms.
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