Full Stack Java Developer

Job Title:  Full Stack Java Developer

  Location:  Mc Lean, VA

  Employment Type:  Contract

About Us:

 DMV IT Service LLC is a trusted IT consulting firm, established in 2020. We specialize in optimizing IT infrastructure, providing expert guidance, and supporting workforce needs with top-tier staffing services. Our expertise spans system administration, cybersecurity, networking, and IT operations. We empower our clients to achieve their technology goals with a client-focused approach that includes online training and job placements, fostering long-term IT success.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Java Developer to join our growing software engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying enterprise-level web applications in cloud environments. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong Java and full-stack expertise, and has a passion for delivering reliable, scalable, and secure applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and enhancement of cloud-native applications using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code with a focus on performance, scalability, and security.
• Design and implement RESTful and SOAP web services.
• Collaborate closely with product owners, business analysts, QA engineers, and DevOps teams.
• Package and deploy microservices using Docker and Kubernetes on cloud platforms such as AWS.
• Apply test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD) practices using JUnit, Mockito, and Cucumber.
• Work with CI/CD tools such as Git, Jenkins, Maven, and Artifactory to automate build and deployment pipelines.
• Perform static code analysis and apply secure coding practices using tools like SonarQube or Fortify.
• Utilize messaging systems like ActiveMQ or AMQ for enterprise integrations.
• Follow Agile methodologies, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Contribute to the evolution of infrastructure through automation tools such as Ansible or Gradle.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in software development with strong Java/J2EE expertise.
• Extensive experience in Spring Boot, Spring MVC, JPA, Hibernate, JSON , and web services (REST/SOAP).
• Front-end development experience using JavaScript frameworks like Angular .
• Solid understanding of writing and tuning complex SQL queries .
• Hands-on experience with Docker , Kubernetes , and cloud deployment (preferably AWS).
• Proficiency with development tools such as Git, Jenkins, Maven, JUnit, and Artifactory.
• Experience in messaging technologies such as ActiveMQ or AMQ .
• Familiarity with static code analysis and security remediation tools.
• Strong grasp of microservices patterns (e.g., sidecar , circuit breaker , ingress/egress ).
• Experience with infrastructure automation tools (Ansible, Gradle, or similar).
• Proven expertise in TDD and BDD using testing frameworks like Mockito , JUnit , and Cucumber .
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing and evolving cloud infrastructure for web applications.
• Background or familiarity with mortgage or financial services industry .
• Prior experience working in Agile software development environments .
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and provide effective solutions.