Contractor - Enterprise Technology Systems

The role requires deep expertise in Java/J2EE development, including building APIs and microservices using REST/SOAP, along with strong proficiency in XML, OpenAPI, Maven, ANT, and modern frameworks. Candidates must have advanced knowledge of data structures, algorithms, CI/CD pipelines, Git-based version control, and web technologies, with hands-on experience in testing, debugging, and performance optimization across scalable distributed systems. Preferred skills include experience with Web Sphere deployments, automation tools (e.g., Ansible), and familiarity with mainframe technologies such as COBOL, CICS, and z/OS, as well as exposure to financial services application development.

Description:

Design, develop, and enhance complex software applications supporting a mission-critical, time-sensitive initiative focused on enhancing applications that integrate distributed applications with Core Banking platform. Serve as a senior technical contributor responsible for translating business and platform requirements into secure, scalable, and reliable solutions across the full software development lifecycle. Operate with minimal supervision while exercising strong technical judgment. Collaborate with Core Banking, testing, middleware, and platform teams to manage dependencies, mitigate risk, and meet aggressive delivery timelines.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize high-quality software applications using various advanced programming languages and frameworks that meet business requirements
• Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to gather and analyze requirements, translate requirements into technical specifications, propose innovative solutions, and ensure timely task completion
• Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code that adheres to industry best practices and organizational coding standards
• Implement data structures and algorithms efficiently, optimizing code for performance, scalability, and user experience
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve errors in application function
• Conduct team code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and learn from colleagues' expertise to maintain a high-quality codebase
• Lead small efforts, while building strong working relationships with stakeholders, team members, and subject matter experts
• Contribute to generating and adhering to application and software development policies, standards, and procedures
• Continuously learn from individual and team experiences, fostering growth and improvement through collaboration and continuous feedback

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training, or experience
• 5-7 years of experience in application or software development
• Advanced proficiency in software development principles, methodologies (including Agile), pipelines, and version control systems (Git and Git Hub for source code control)
• Expertise in programming languages / standards / build tools including Java, XML, Open API, Maven, and ANT, with strong knowledge of modern frameworks and libraries
• Deep understanding of web technologies and technical applications, capable of designing and implementing scalable solutions
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to address complex technical issues efficiently
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills for articulating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience using incident tracking, project management, and change control software tooling
• Expertise in data structures, algorithms, and applying them in the design and build of applications for optimal performance and scalability
• Demonstrated
  
  Experience with :
  • Object-oriented programming languages with specific emphasis on Java / J2EE
  • Building JEE web framework APIs including servlets
  • Developing web services,…