[Remote] IT - Software Developer IV

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Scalence L.L.C. is seeking a Senior Software Developer specializing in Java Microservices. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining scalable backend services, collaborating with various teams to ensure high-quality releases, and driving improvements in service performance and resiliency.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain Spring Boot microservices using Java 21 and Java 25Create and evolve RESTful APIs with clear contracts, versioning, and backward compatibilityImplement input validation, error handling, idempotency, and standardized response modelsIntegrate services with on-prem and AWS-hosted databases during migration phasesPlan and execute data-access changes to support hybrid connectivity (on-prem to AWS) safelyOptimize database interactions, including query tuning, connection pooling, and transaction boundariesContainerize services and maintain production-ready Docker imagesDeploy and operate services on Kubernetes with health probes, resource limits, and autoscalingBuild and maintain CI/CD pipelines for build, test, security scan, and deployment automationImplement secure service-to-service and client authentication/authorizationManage secrets and configuration using AWS-native and Kubernetes-native approachesAdd observability: structured logging, metrics, distributed tracing, dashboards, and alertingTroubleshoot incidents across application, container, cluster, network, and database layersImprove resiliency with retries timeouts, circuit breakers, and graceful degradation patternsParticipate in migration planning from on-prem infrastructure and data stores to AWSSupport release validation in staging and production, including rollback readinessWrite and maintain unit, integration, contract, and performance testsAddress vulnerabilities by upgrading dependencies and remediating CVEs in application librariesCollaborate with QA, platform, security, and architecture teams on standards and best practicesDocument APIs, operational runbooks, and service ownership responsibilitiesSkillsA minimum of Eight (8) years' relevant experienceA degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is requiredIf the individual's degree is not in the applicable field, then four additional years of related experience is requiredTypically performs all functional duties independentlyPass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit checkAll candidates must be a US Citizen or have permanent residence status (Green Card)Candidate must have lived in the US for the past 5 yearsCannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excludedBenefitsSalary Range: $50.00 - $52.00/Hour on W2 (Without Benefits).Applicants must be willing to work on W2.Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.Once candidate’s resume is approved and interview passed, the agency is responsible for providing drug screening.Failure to submit the drug screening results will delay the security clearance process.If a candidate is given an interim clearance, continuation of employment is then based on the candidate receiving a sensitive clearance.All overtime must be pre-approved in writing by the client manager or his/her designated representative.Agency will not be reimbursed for overtime charges without previous written authorization. Authorized overtime will be reimbursed at straight time.The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e. collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women.The standard work week for contract staff will be 5 days a week and 8 hours per day preferable Monday through Friday.Contract staff may be required to travel to support business efforts.Company OverviewIn today’s dynamic and competitive market, success hinges on mastering three key areas: Data Intelligence, Business Resilience, and Digital Experience. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, US, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.scalence.com/.