Senior Software Engineer - Java

Senior Software Engineer - Java

Date : Jan 4, 2026

Location :

Houston, TX, US, 77032

We are looking for the right people — people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world’s largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry.

Job Duties

Design, development, testing, and documentation of scalable software systems, ensuring alignment with engineering best practices.

Architect and implement components that integrate seamlessly within a broader ecosystem using REST APIs, database queries, and library calls.

Apply system design patterns to build efficient, maintainable, and high-performing solutions.

Expertise in technical research and development efforts and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software.

Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to continuous improvement across the development lifecycle.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field required.

Minimum 10+ years of experience in Java development for complex software applications.

Strong understanding of software design principles, best practices, and architectural considerations.

Proficient in JDBC for database access and strong SQL skills, particularly with SQL Server and Oracle.

Demonstrated experience in applying coding best practices, conducting code reviews, and ensuring quality.

Familiarity with CI / CD tools and technologies, especially GitLab.

Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Quick learner with a passion for exploring new technologies.

Team player with a willingness to mentor junior developers and collaborate on problem-solving.

Familiarity and understanding of modern cloud technologies and microservices

Desirable Attributes

Experience in drilling and drilling operational domain especially in Oil and Gas

Objective C or other mobile technologies will be a plus

Strong proficiency in Java SE 11 (32-bit) with readiness to work on migration to Java 17 (64-bit)

Solid understanding of Java language features, concurrency, collections, Swing, SWT and exception handling

Proficiency in Hibernate ORM for data persistence

Hands-on experience with Git, Maven for build automation and dependency management

Unit testing (JUnit, Mockito), integration testing, and test-driven development (TDD)

Experience with RESTful API design, integration and SOAP Implementation using AXIS

Experience working with JNI for integrating Java with nat

Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher level roles given (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and / or (3) business needs. Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available including Technical Advisor - Software Development.

World Class Benefits :

At Halliburton, we're committed to providing you and your family with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package - which means we offer support for your physical, emotional, financial and parental needs, both now and in the future. When you join our team, you'll have access to a wide range of resources designed to help you thrive at work and at home. By clickinghere, you can review a summary of the benefits available once you join.

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex / gender, sexual preference / orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Location

3000 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Houston, Texas, 77032, United States

Job Details

Requisition Number : 201552

Experience Level : Experienced Hire

Job Family : Engineering / Science / Technology

Product Service Line : Landmark Software & Services

Full Time / Part Time : Full Time

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Compensation Information

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.