Software Engineer (Backend/Java)

About the role

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in Maryland Heights, MO that is seeking a Software Engineer (Backend/Java) for a hybrid role. Summary: We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to join a highly collaborative engineering team responsible for building and supporting mission-critical backend systems. This role focuses on developing scalable microservices and orchestration solutions that power complex business workflows, customer transactions, fraud and eligibility processes, and enterprise integrations. The ideal candidate is a strong backend engineer with expertise in Java and Spring Boot, a passion for software craftsmanship, and an interest in leveraging AI tools to improve development efficiency and code quality. Responsibilities:

Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable backend applications and microservices using Java and Spring Boot

Build and support orchestration and workflow solutions that enable complex business processes and system integrations

Develop APIs and services that support customer transactions, eligibility validation, fraud detection, credit evaluation, order management, scheduling, and reporting functions

Publish and consume data across event-driven architectures and messaging platforms

Collaborate with product owners, architects, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality software solutions

Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices, standards, and design discussions

Support CI/CD initiatives and contribute to platform engineering improvements

Leverage AI-assisted development tools for coding, code reviews, testing, documentation, and productivity enhancements

Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while ensuring system reliability and performance

Stay current with emerging technologies, cloud services, and AI-driven engineering practices

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience

5+ years of software development experience

Experience utilizing AI tools within the software development lifecycle

Experience with public cloud platforms such as AWS or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Strong understanding of software design patterns, scalability, performance, and application security

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

Strong hands-on experience with:

Java

Spring Framework/Spring Boot

Backend Microservices Architecture

RESTful API Development

Object-Oriented Design and Software Engineering Best Practices

Preferred

Experience with event streaming and messaging technologies such as Kafka

Exposure to enterprise integration platforms and middleware technologies

Familiarity with data flow and integration tools such as Apache NiFi

Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Exposure to cloud migration initiatives and multi-cloud environments

Experience with BPMN workflow/orchestration platforms such as:

Camunda (highly preferred)

Pega

Other workflow automation or business process management tools

Technical Environment

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices Architecture

REST APIs

AWS and Google Cloud Platform

Kafka

Apache NiFi

BPMN/Workflow Platforms (Camunda, Pega)

CI/CD Pipelines

AI-Assisted Development Tools

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

Opportunity to work on complex, business-critical backend systems at enterprise scale

Strong engineering culture focused on modern software development practices

Significant investment in AI-enabled software engineering, including AI-assisted coding, code reviews, search, and productivity tooling

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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