Java Backend Services Developer III

Job# : 3019589

Job Description :

Job Title : Java Backend Dev

Location : Cincinnati, OH

Pay Range : $57-$64

Length : 6 months

Job Description

General Function

The role is responsible for designing and implementing technology and software solutions as part of an agile squad. This includes participating in agile ceremonies and contributing to activities spanning architecture, design, development, and delivery. The position models software development best practices and supports communities of practice to refine, document, and promote development standards.

The role is accountable for managing risk by sharing ideas, raising concerns, and adhering to established policies and procedures. It requires a commitment to actions that support a positive customer and colleague experience. Within the organization’s defined risk appetite, the role contributes to results by identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks across all categories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and implement new features while continuously improving the quality of technical products and applications.
• Serve as a hands‑on developer within an agile squad.
• Collaborate with software engineers to define system architectures and design solutions.
• Develop software that meets established code quality standards and metrics.
• Apply test‑driven development practices.
• Participate in communities of practice by contributing to standards, reviewing code, and sharing knowledge.
• Support operational excellence by automating processes and writing maintainable, supportable, and testable code.
• Partner with operations and engineering teams to drive service improvements.
• Stay current with relevant IT trends and technologies.
• Assist with issue resolution for end users and customers.
• Contribute to the development of operational procedures for software delivery.
• Maintain appropriate controls and documentation to support audit and compliance requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview :   Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses / books / seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.