Java API Developer

Akkodis is seeking a Java API Developer for a Contract job with a client in Newark, NJ
. The ideal candidate will have deep hands‑on experience in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, AWS, and API development
, delivering scalable backend services in a cloud‑based environment.

Rate Range: $75/hour to $83/hour;
The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

• Design, develop, and maintain Java‑based microservices using Spring Boot.
• Build secure, scalable RESTful APIs supporting business applications.
• Integrate microservices with AWS cloud services and deployment pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to implement backend solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, testable code following standard design patterns and coding practices.
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance existing APIs and distributed systems.
• Participate in code reviews, sprint ceremonies, and Agile development activities.
• Contribute to API documentation, versioning, and best practices.
• Ensure security, performance, and reliability across backend services.

• 8–10 years of experience in Java and backend development.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and REST API development.
• Experience deploying and integrating applications within AWS environments.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed system design.
• Excellent troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization skills.
• Strong communication ability to work with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Cloud‑native development experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

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Pay Details: $75.00 to $83.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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