Specialty Software Engineer (Smalltalk / Java Modernization)

Location: Wilmington, DE / Iselin, NJ / Charlotte, NC / Phoenix, AZ / Irving, TX (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Duration: 12-Month Contract (Extension/Conversion Possible)
Interview: 1-Hour Virtual Panel

Overview

We are seeking a Specialty Software Engineer with strong Smalltalk development experience to support modernization of legacy credit card servicing applications.

This role sits within a Scrum team responsible for maintaining existing Smalltalk-based systems while contributing to a long-term migration to Java-based architecture. The applications support consumer and small business credit card servicing platforms used in call center operations.

Key Responsibilities

Legacy Application Development (Smalltalk)

• Develop, maintain, and enhance Smalltalk-based applications.

• Package and deploy applications in non-production environments.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues within legacy systems.

Modernization & Engineering

• Contribute to modernization efforts transitioning from Smalltalk to Java-based systems.

• Support backend development aligned with modern architecture standards.

• Collaborate on system improvements and long-term platform evolution.

Software Engineering Practices

• Apply object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.

• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies (2-week sprints, story-based work).

• Collaborate with developers, product teams, and stakeholders.

Database & Integration

• Work with Microsoft SQL Server and related data systems.

• Support integration between legacy and modern platforms.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of Smalltalk development experience

• Strong understanding of OOP concepts and design principles

• Experience with application packaging and deployment

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Java (backend development preferred)

• Exposure to full-stack development (React UI is a plus)

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

• Background in financial services or enterprise systems

Key Skills

• Smalltalk Development

• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

• Application Deployment

• Java (Backend Preferred)

• SQL Server

• Agile / Scrum

• Legacy System Modernization