Software Engineer III (Java, Spring Boot, OpenShift)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : S oftware Engineer II I

Location : Buffalo, NY

Hire Type : Contingent

Pay Range : $ 53.20 - $ 88.65

Work Model : Hybrid

Contact Email : bfesmire@imaginestaffing.net

No C2C, C2H, 1099 or Visa Sponsorship / Transfer available

Nature & Scope : Positional Overview

Are you a talented software engineer looking for a dynamic and innovative work environment where your skills and creativity can truly shine? Join our client’s forward-thinking team, where they are committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and delivering cutting-edge solutions. You'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a group of passionate and skilled professionals, and make a tangible impact in a rapidly evolving industry. Apply now to be a part of a company that not only values your expertise but also empowers you to achieve your full potential!

Role & Responsibility :

Tasks That Will Lead To Your Success

• System Architecture & Technical Design
• Own and define the overall architecture of the application.
• Choose technology stack components : database, messaging, caching, API gateway, security framework, etc.
• Design APIs (RESTful, possibly GraphQL) with scalability, consistency, and security in mind.
• Create architectural decision records (ADRs) to document and justify key technical decisions. 2. Hands-on Development
• Write high-quality, production-grade code using Java + Spring Boot.
• Set up and structure the initial codebase using best practices (layered architecture, DTOs, config management).
• Build CI / CD-friendly microservices or modular monoliths depending on architecture choice.
• Lead the development of MVP components, defining reusable patterns and common services. 3. DevOps & Deployment Strategy
• Work closely with DevOps to define a deployment pipeline (Docker + Jenkins / GitHub Actions + Helm / Kubernetes preferred).
• Own environment configurations (dev, QA, staging, prod) and secrets management.
• Ensure proper logging, health checks, metrics, and monitoring are integrated from the start (e.g., Prometheus + Grafana, ELK stack). 4. Team Leadership & Collaboration
• Establish coding standards, code review practices, and version control strategies (e.g., GitFlow).
• Mentor junior engineers and support onboarding of future team members.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, UX, and QA to refine requirements and deliver high-quality features.
• Act as the technical face of the team in architecture discussions, demos, and stakeholder meetings. 5. Security & Compliance
• Define and implement authentication (OAuth2, JWT, or enterprise SSO).
• Ensure data security, secure endpoints, and follow secure coding practices.
• Be proactive in identifying security vulnerabilities and remediating them (OWASP awareness is expected). 6. Documentation & Knowledge Transfer

Skills & Experience :

Qualifications That Will Help You Thrive