Senior Java Engineer
Spectraforce
Dearborn, Michigan
17 hours ago
Job Description
Title:Senior Java Engineer
Duration: 6 months
Location: Onsite in Dearborn, MI 5 days a week
Java · Spring Boot · Connected Services
Overview
We are looking for a skilled Senior Java Engineer to design and deliver scalable, cloud-native microservices within our Connected Services platform. You will own the full software lifecycle — from architecture through deployment — building robust APIs and event-driven systems that power real-time device and data integrations.
Responsibilities
• Design and develop RESTful and event-driven microservices using Java 17+ and Spring Boot 3
• Build and maintain integrations with IoT devices, third-party APIs, and connected platforms
• Implement messaging pipelines with Kafka or RabbitMQ for real-time data streaming
• Write clean, testable code with JUnit, Mockito, and integration test suites
• Collaborate with product and DevOps on CI/CD pipelines (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm)
• Participate in architecture reviews and define best practices for the team
Required Skills
• 5+ years with Java (Java 17+ preferred) and Spring Boot ecosystem
• Strong knowledge of Spring Cloud, Spring Security, and Spring Data JPA
• Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar messaging technologies
• Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, JWT, and API security patterns
• Proficient with SQL/NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis)
• Hands-on with Docker and Kubernetes in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Nice to Have
• Experience with MQTT, AMQP, or CoAP for IoT device communication
• Knowledge of OpenAPI / Swagger specification and contract-first design
• Exposure to service mesh (Istio, Linkerd) and observability tooling
• Contributions to open-source Java or Spring Boot projects
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 46.43/hr.
Duration: 6 months
Location: Onsite in Dearborn, MI 5 days a week
Java · Spring Boot · Connected Services
Overview
We are looking for a skilled Senior Java Engineer to design and deliver scalable, cloud-native microservices within our Connected Services platform. You will own the full software lifecycle — from architecture through deployment — building robust APIs and event-driven systems that power real-time device and data integrations.
Responsibilities
• Design and develop RESTful and event-driven microservices using Java 17+ and Spring Boot 3
• Build and maintain integrations with IoT devices, third-party APIs, and connected platforms
• Implement messaging pipelines with Kafka or RabbitMQ for real-time data streaming
• Write clean, testable code with JUnit, Mockito, and integration test suites
• Collaborate with product and DevOps on CI/CD pipelines (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm)
• Participate in architecture reviews and define best practices for the team
Required Skills
• 5+ years with Java (Java 17+ preferred) and Spring Boot ecosystem
• Strong knowledge of Spring Cloud, Spring Security, and Spring Data JPA
• Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar messaging technologies
• Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, JWT, and API security patterns
• Proficient with SQL/NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis)
• Hands-on with Docker and Kubernetes in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Nice to Have
• Experience with MQTT, AMQP, or CoAP for IoT device communication
• Knowledge of OpenAPI / Swagger specification and contract-first design
• Exposure to service mesh (Istio, Linkerd) and observability tooling
• Contributions to open-source Java or Spring Boot projects
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 46.43/hr.