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Job Title: Java/Python Software Engineer
Contract Length:18+ Month contract
Some on site work
Location: ISELIN, NJ 08830/ Charlotte, NC 28282

Ref# 246041

This role supports large-scale engineering initiatives focused on data center migration and fraud detection systems. The engineer will work on backend-heavy full stack development, contributing to AI-driven solutions and rules-based platforms. The position requires strong hands-on coding ability, independent ownership of modules, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable software solutions using Java and/or Python
• Write production-level code daily (approximately 80% hands-on development)
• Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into engineering solutions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and refine system functionality
• Support migration efforts related to data center exit initiatives
• Contribute to fraud detection and AI-driven engineering use cases
• Utilize internal AI tools to enhance development productivity and solution quality
• Own and deliver medium-sized modules independently while guiding supporting contributors
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues, including participation in occasional production incident support

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of software engineering experience
• Strong experience with:
• Java (full stack with backend focus)
• Python
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies:
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Proven ability to write and deliver production-level code
• Experience working in complex, large-scale engineering environments
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms (GCP preferred)
• MongoDB experience
• Cloud certifications (GCP, AWS, or equivalent)
• Strong expertise in either Java or Python (deep specialization acceptable)

Additional Notes

• Role is highly hands-on; candidates must demonstrate real coding experience (not theoretical)
• No people management responsibilities
• Engineers should be capable of mentoring or guiding small groups when needed
• Occasional after-hours support may be required for production incidents