Java Software Engineer

Backend Developer (Java) – 12-Month W2 Contract

Location : Onsite – Pleasanton, CA

Pay Rate : $55–$65 / hour (Depending on Experience)

Contract Type : W2 | 12 Months

Russell Tobin is supporting a leading enterprise retailer in hiring a skilled Backend Developer for a long-term onsite contract in Pleasant, CA. This role is ideal for an experienced backend engineer with a strong background in Java, cloud technologies, microservices, and DevOps.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot

Build and maintain RESTful APIs following best practices

Develop and support microservices-based architectures

Work with MongoDB and MySQL for data storage and retrieval

Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka or RabbitMQ

Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes (AKS or GKE)

Collaborate using DevOps tools such as GitHub, Jenkins, Chef, Puppet, or ArgoCD

Implement monitoring and alerting using Nagios, New Relic, GCP, or Splunk

Participate in Agile and Scrum ceremonies

Ensure adherence to SDLC and security compliance standards

Required Qualifications

7–10 years of total IT experience

6+ years of hands-on experience with Java, MongoDB, and MySQL

Strong hands-on experience with Java Spring Boot

Hands-on experience with API management and microservices development

Experience with public cloud platforms such as Azure or GCP

Hands-on experience with Kafka or RabbitMQ

Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes (AKS or GKE)

Experience using DevOps tools including GitHub, Jenkins, Chef, Puppet, or ArgoCD

Experience with monitoring and alerting tools such as Nagios, New Relic, GCP, or Splunk

Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles

Strong knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle, security compliance, Agile, and Scrum

Soft Skills

Inquisitive team player with an innovative mindset

Quick learner with strong adaptability to new technologies

Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.