Principal Java Engineer

C2C is not available Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship Why you will enjoy Mondays again: Opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues in a fun, creative environment Progressive career journey and opportunity for advancement Continuous development through training, mentorship and certification programs Exposure to modern technologies across various industries in an agile environment Flexibility to work remotely, onsite or a hybrid of both as desired in certain locations Competitive salary + bonus opportunities Robust benefits package, matching 401(k) plan, and substantial PTO Tuition reimbursement A Day in the Life: Lead and mentor a team of developers through design, coding, testing, and code review activities Architect and implement robust, scalable, and secure web applications using Spring boot, Java (backend) Extensive experience working with large data sets in Java Develop new functionality on existing software products Design, code, and test business systems to meet client requirements Responsible for successful completion of code deliverables within projects What it takes: Consultative approach and problem solving skills to successfully align digital solutions with long-term business goals of the client Commitment to understanding and exceeding client expectations Ability to perform project oversight and execution of deliverables Flexibility to adapt within a high-growth organization Ability to lead, mentor and motivate those around them Hunger for continuous learning and professional development Intellectual curiosity to provide creative solutions Full understanding of the software development life cycle Ability to positively impact fellow colleagues through effective leadership, presentations, coaching, etc. Desire to work in a team environment Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Regardless of your specific role, we seek individuals who are excited to explore, adopt, and evangelize AI tools and methodologies. If you have experience in AI or a proven track record of rapidly learning and mentoring others on emerging tech, you’ll fit right in. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Sparq is proud to offer equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and believe in an inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected]