AI Designer

Preferred Location: CHARLOTTE, NC
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Job Description:

We’re seeking a highly organized contractor to support the development of our AI-powered sales enablement platform. This person will partner with subject matter experts across Product, Sales, Marketing, Pricing, Operations and more to create and maintain AI prompts and related source materials to form a library of uses cases for the platform.

Responsibilities
– Manage multiple AI content projects simultaneously
– Interview subject experts to gather source materials and identify documentation gaps
– Organize and integrate content for effective AI grounding and user experience
– Identify opportunities for new AI prompts and use cases across the business

Qualifications
– Experience working with or creating AI prompts, workflows, or knowledge bases
– Heavy usage of AI tools or platforms (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, or similar) and an understanding of how to evaluate output quality
– Strong project management and stakeholder management skills
– Excellent communication, interviewing, and organizational abilities
– Self-starter with the ability to work independently and influence across teams

Preferred
– Experience in product management, knowledge management, enablement, business analysis, or content strategy
– Familiarity with SharePoint and UX/UI principles
– Financial services or Merchant services experience

Senior Full Stack Java Engineer (Cloud & Microservices)

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)
Duration: 12+ Month Contract (Potential for Extension)

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Java Engineer to join a fast-paced engineering team responsible for building scalable, cloud-native applications that support enterprise platforms. This role is ideal for an experienced software engineer who enjoys designing modern microservices, developing responsive user interfaces, and deploying applications in cloud environments.

The ideal candidate has strong backend expertise in Java and Spring Boot, front-end experience with React, and hands-on experience building cloud-native applications utilizing event-driven architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable enterprise applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and maintain modern RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Develop responsive front-end applications using React.
• Deploy and manage applications in cloud environments, including Cloud Foundry/OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) or similar cloud platforms.
• Develop event-driven solutions using Kafka messaging.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, QA engineers, and DevOps teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to technical design decisions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement performance improvements.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and code reviews.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• 5–7 years of hands-on Java development experience.
• Strong experience with:
  • Java
  • Spring Boot
  • REST APIs
  • Microservices architecture
  • React
  • Apache Kafka
• Experience deploying applications within cloud environments such as Cloud Foundry, OpenShift Container Platform (OCP), Kubernetes, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing or integrating Generative AI applications using Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Experience creating AI agents or agentic workflows.
• Experience with Contact Center technologies (IVR, routing, agent desktop, customer engagement platforms, or related systems).
• Familiarity with cloud-native application design patterns and distributed systems.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.

Desired Technical Skills

• Java
• Spring Boot
• React
• REST APIs
• Microservices
• Kafka
• Cloud Foundry / OpenShift Container Platform (OCP)
• Cloud-native application development
• CI/CD
• Git
• Agile/Scrum

Strategic Staffing Solutions is currently looking for a Service Now Application Developer,for a W2 contract opportunity!

This is a W-2 contract opportunity, and candidates must be able to work on our W-2 only. NO C2C or 1099.

Required Qualifications:

Our client is seeking a ServiceNow Lead Software Engineer within the Cybersecurity group for the Technology Exposure Management Engineering team to implement and support the ServiceNow Vulnerability Response (VR) module. This role will partner with Technical Governance, Platform Architecture and ServiceNow Developers to ensure that design, coding, and practices are in alignment with scalable enterprise solutions. This role will take on application development responsibilities for the compan’s ServiceNow Cyber Security Vulnerability Remediation applications supporting Cyber Security Technology (ICS).

In this role, you will:

Implement solutions, by configuring and customizing scripting, for all components of the ServiceNow VR product.
Lead complex technology initiatives including those that are companywide with broad impact and act as an escalation point, provide guidance and direction to less experienced staff
Design, code, configure, unit test, maintain, and document software deliverables using agreed upon standards and tools.
Resolve coding, testing and escalated platform issues of a technically challenging nature
Lead team to ensure compliance and risk management requirements for supported area are met and work with other stakeholders to implement key risk initiatives
Ensure that solutions delivered by self or team members are secure and scalable, comply with defined standards and best practices.
Collaborate and consult with key technical experts, senior technology team, and external industry groups to resolve complex technical issues and achieve goals
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and mid-level managers to resolve technical challenges and achieve goals
Partner with production support and platform engineering teams effectively
Code ServiceNow solutions within an Agile Framework

Desired Qualifications:

3+ years of experience with Service Now Vulnerability Response
Certified as a Service Now Application Developer (required within 6 months of hire)
Certified as Service Now Implementation Specialist for Vulnerability Response
Micro-certified – Service Portal, ATF, Flow Designer, integration Hub etc.
Experience in one or more JavaScript frameworks like Angular JS or React
2+ years of RESTful or SOAP web services
2+ years Agile experience
Integration Experience with Qualys, Wiz, NVD, Phosphorus, Blackduck, Checkmarx, Invicti

Job Expectations:

Develop and implement new Service Now Application using low-code or out of the box solutions
Develop workflow and scripts as needed to personalize existing Service Now applications and automate business processes
Understand detailed requirements and own code from design, implementation, test automation and delivery
Manage deployment by engaging with enterprise platform management during release
Manage Production Support by engaging as L3 support team member
Manage API integration with non-Service Now applications
Manage documentation in Confluence of new or existing Service Now applications
Knowledge of web-based protocols and standards
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

   “Beware of scams. S3 never asks for money during its onboarding process.”

Power Platform Automation Engineer

Charlotte, NC

12+ months – HYBRID ONSITE

$58-60/hr W2

WE WILL ACCEPT VISA CANDIDATES ON THIS ROLE

Requirements Details:

• 9+ years of Automation Engineering or Software Engineering experience with a High School Diploma/GED, or 7+ years with an Associate’s Degree.
• Hands-on experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, and at least one RPA tool (UIPath, Automation Anywhere/Automation 360, Blue Prism, Kofax RPA, or similar).
• Experience with Python, PowerShell, or another scripting language.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform development and automation solutions.
• Experience with REST APIs, connectors, and system integrations.
• Familiarity with Git, version control, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of Azure/cloud infrastructure, data centers, and cloud-native automation.
• Experience building and deploying automation solutions independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with Microsoft development tools/IDEs.
• Understanding of microservices and modern application development.
• Basic knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, including authentication, authorization, and encryption. 

Strategic Staffing Solutions is currently looking for Full Stack Java Developer,for a W2 contract opportunity!

Full Stack Java Developer
Location: Charlotte, NC
Work Schedule: Hybrid
Duration:12 months
Top Skills: “AI “First”-driven coding, Co-Pilot, Claude, and Devin for coding.

This is a W-2 contract opportunity, and candidates must be able to work on our W-2 only. NO C2C or 1099.

Role Overview

In this contingent resource assignment, you may:

• Consult on complex initiatives with broad impact and large-scale planning for Software Engineering.
• Review and analyze complex multi-faceted, larger scale or longer-term Software Engineering challenges that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors.
• Contribute to the resolution of complex and multi-faceted situations requiring solid understanding of the function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements that meet deliverables.
• Strategically collaborate and consult with client personnel.

Required Qualifications: 5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work or consulting experience, training, military experience, education.

   “Beware of scams. S3 never asks for money during its onboarding process.”

STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS HAS AN OPENING!

This is a Contract Opportunity with our company that MUST be worked on a W2 Only. No C2C eligibility for this position. Visa Sponsorship is Available! The details are below.

“Beware of scams. S3 never asks for money during its onboarding process.”

Job Title: Data Platform Engineer (Python, PySpark)
Contract Length: 12+ Months  
Location: CHARLOTTE, NC 28202
Some on Site Work- 3 days on site/ 2 days remote

Ref# 245800

Seeking a Data Platform Engineer to support Financial Crimes Technology initiatives by building scalable data pipelines, improving data quality, and enabling analytics, reporting, and downstream applications. This role will help drive modernization efforts by transitioning from legacy solutions to in-house data platforms supporting AML, investigations, sanctions, fraud, and KYC use cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain batch and/or streaming data pipelines supporting financial crimes initiatives.
  • Develop data transformations using Python and PySpark while optimizing performance for large-scale datasets.
  • Partner with business and technical stakeholders to translate requirements into data models, mappings, and curated datasets.
  • Support ingestion of data from multiple sources including transactional systems, case management platforms, and reference data sources.
  • Implement data quality checks, reconciliation processes, and controls to ensure auditability and reliability.
  • Contribute to modernization initiatives involving migration planning, redesign, and replacement of legacy solutions.
  • Create and maintain documentation for data pipelines, transformation logic, and operational runbooks.
  • Work within Agile delivery frameworks using Jira to support sprint execution and delivery timelines.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, ETL development, or data platform development.
  • Strong hands-on development experience with:

• Python
• PySpark / Apache Spark
• Advanced SQL
  • Experience with Machine Learning model development, training, and tuning.
  • Experience working with large-scale datasets and performance optimization.
  • Strong understanding of data concepts including data modeling, lineage, metadata, and governance.
  • Experience supporting regulated environments with emphasis on controls and audit readiness.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both engineering and business partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Experience with storage and compute technologies including S3, ADLS, GCS, Spark clusters, or Databricks.
  • Experience with orchestration tools such as Airflow or similar scheduling platforms.
  • Experience with streaming technologies such as Kafka.
  • Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, or BigQuery.
  • Experience with CI/CD, Git, automation, pipelines, and release management.
  • Knowledge of data governance and security practices including encryption, access controls, data masking, and PII handling.
  • Prior experience supporting Financial Crimes domains including AML, sanctions, fraud, investigations, or KYC.

Domain Experience

• Experience supporting AML, Transaction Monitoring, Investigations, Sanctions Screening, Fraud, or similar risk and compliance functions.
  • Familiarity with regulatory expectations and strong documentation discipline.

Payments Operations Analyst  (Wire Payments)

Charlotte, NC 
Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote
Contract (initially 12 months; potential extension into post-implementation support)

W2 ONLY – $62-64/hr – NO 1099 NO CTC NO THIRD PARTY

Supports the wire payments defect management process within a regulated financial services environment. Will be responsible for driving defect resolution across multiple applications in the payments ecosystem and ensuring issues are tracked, analyzed, and resolved in partnership with internal teams and external vendors.

Required Experience

• Experience in wire payments or global payment systems
• SWIFT, Fedwire, CHIPS (mandatory exposure to payment rails)
• Understanding of end-to-end wire payment lifecycle
• Initiation → screening → validation → settlement → completion
• Experience with defect management in QA/UAT or production environments
• Ability to interpret payment message formats and flows (e.g., SWIFT MT/MX, ISO 20022 concepts)
• Exposure to payment processing systems and financial transaction workflows
• Experience supporting regulated financial services environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to create executive-level reporting and presentations 

MICR Tester

Location: Charlotte, NC (Onsite)
Duration:  6 Month Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented MICR Tester to support validation testing of check documents and related payment items to ensure compliance with industry-standard MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) requirements.

This role is responsible for executing testing procedures, identifying formatting and print quality defects, evaluating magnetic characteristics, and providing accurate test results to internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience in testing, quality assurance, banking operations, or document processing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Execute MICR Testing

• Receive and process check samples through MICR validation systems.

• Perform testing using industry-standard tools to evaluate readability and compliance.

• Analyze results and determine pass/fail status based on established testing standards.

Validate Document Compliance

• Verify MICR line accuracy, including:

  • Character spacing and alignment

  • Routing and account field positioning

• Evaluate print quality attributes, including:

  • Character dimensions and readability

  • Magnetic ink strength and signal quality

Document and Report Results

• Prepare detailed testing summaries and findings.

• Identify and classify failure reasons, including formatting, optical, and magnetic defects.

• Provide test results and supporting documentation to internal stakeholders.

Support Reporting and Operational Processes

• Assist with recurring operational and testing reports.

• Maintain accurate testing records and documentation.

• Follow established file management practices and naming conventions.

Collaborate with Internal Stakeholders

• Partner with internal teams, including Relationship Managers and Operations teams, to communicate testing outcomes.

• Support discussions regarding testing results, trends, and findings.

• Participate in team meetings and knowledge-sharing activities.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in testing, quality assurance, operations, or related functions.

• Experience in banking operations or document processing environments preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Ability to interpret technical standards and testing criteria.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.

• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of MICR standards and check processing.

• Experience with check imaging, scanning, or payment processing systems.

• Exposure to operational reporting or data analysis.

• Prior Banking Operations experience.

• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

Key Competencies

Attention to Detail

• Ability to identify subtle formatting, printing, and compliance issues.

Analytical Thinking

• Evaluate testing outputs and identify root causes for reporting and analysis purposes.

Communication

• Clearly document and communicate findings to internal stakeholders.

Process Discipline

• Follow structured testing methodologies, procedures, and reporting requirements.

Success Measures

• Accuracy and completeness of testing results.

• Timely execution of testing activities and reporting deliverables.

• Adherence to MICR standards and internal operational procedures.

• Effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and team members.

Interview Process

• One 30-minute Microsoft Teams interview.

• Interview conducted by the hiring manager.

Additional Information

• This position supports an established testing function with existing contractor resources.

• Prior experience within Banking Operations is beneficial but not required.

• Candidates should be comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment requiring a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• This position requires full-time onsite attendance in Charlotte, NC.

Job Title: Cryptography Engineer – Hiring FAST!
Industry: Finance
Location: Charlotte, NC | New Jersey
Pay Rate: $70-85/HR on W2 Only – NO C2C
Setting: Hybrid Required (Remote is NOT an Option)
Duration: 12+ months Contract to Perm.
Job ID: 246790

Required Qualifications:

• Systems Programming: 7+ years of experience in systems-level engineering, with expert proficiency in Go (for orchestration) and Rust (for cryptographic primitives).
• Applied Cryptography: Deep experience implementing Threshold Cryptography and Multi-Party Computation (MPC). You should be comfortable implementing papers like GG20 from scratch.
• Confidential Computing: Hands-on experience with TEE technologies, specifically Confidential Containers (CoCo), AMD SEV-SNP, or Intel SGX/TDX. You must understand attestation flows, measurements, and memory encryption.
• Attestation Standards: familiarity with the RATS architecture and components like Key Broker Services (KBS) and Attestation Services (AS).
• Secure Architecture: Experience designing “Defense-in-Depth” systems where infrastructure (Kubernetes/Cloud) is treated as untrusted.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with OIDC/Identity standards (integrating WebAuthn/FIDO2 with cryptographic operations).
• Familiarity with CNCF Trustee or similar attestation frameworks.
• Experience in institutional custody, key management, or high-security fintech environments.