Senior Java developer

Overview

Brooksource is hiring a Java Developer to support a large financial services organization’s backend development team. This role will focus on backend development and platform modernization efforts, with an emphasis on contributing immediately to critical initiatives and helping reduce backlog across key projects.

This is an opportunity for a self-sufficient senior engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments, can work with minimal oversight, and is comfortable contributing to sensitive, high-impact projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to platform migration initiatives, ensuring scalability and performance improvements
• Support development efforts across backend applications and database-driven systems
• Help reduce backlog and keep engineering deliverables on track
• Design, develop, and maintain robust, production-grade code in Java and .NET environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver on critical and confidential projects
• Build and consume RESTful APIs
• Apply software design patterns and best practices to develop scalable and maintainable solutions
• Participate in technical discussions, solution design, and problem-solving sessions

Required Qualifications

• 7–8+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong hands-on experience with Java Development
• hands-on .NET development experience
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision (“hit the ground running”)
• Experience working in backend-focused environments
• Strong understanding of software design patterns (e.g., Gang of Four principles)
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and implement scalable solutions

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience with Spring Boot (Java)
• Proficiency in C#
• Experience working with relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, etc.)
• Experience building and integrating REST APIs
• Exposure to large-scale platform migrations or modernization initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to approach complex technical challenges methodically
• Deep understanding of code organization, maintainability, and extensibility
• Ability to clearly articulate why and how design decisions are made
• A proactive contributor who can add value immediately without heavy onboarding

Logistics

• W2 Contract (With potential for conversion or extension)
• Health, Dental and Vision benefits available
• Charlotte, NC (Hybrid 3 days onsite)
• Full time (40 hours per week)
• We are unable to provide sponsorship currently

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.