Principal Java Software Engineer

Steneral Consulting
Woodlawn, Maryland, United StatesFull-timePosted Sep 16, 2026

About the role

Principal Java Software Engineer

Woodlawn, MD (Onsite)

6-12+Months

Design & Develop Applications: Design and develop software applications using the Twelve-Factor App methodology based on functional requirements.

UI/Frontend Development: Build innovative, accessible, and responsive user interfaces and web components using Angular, React, JavaScript (ES13+), TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and related technologies.

Microservices & Backend: Design and develop microservices and RESTful APIs with Java, Spring Boot, and related frameworks.

Batch Processing: Develop and maintain enterprise Java batch applications using JSR 352 and schedule jobs with Control-M.

Web Services: Create SOAP and REST web services, implement security (WS-Security, OAUTH2/JWT), and ensure interoperability and efficient message transmission.

Database Integration: Develop data access layers (DAO) for IBM DB2 and PostgreSQL databases using JPA or Spring Data.

Cloud & DevOps: Deploy cloud-native applications on AWS/OpenShift; implement DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, Git/Bitbucket, containerization (Docker), and automation tools.

Testing & Quality Assurance: Develop unit, integration, and BDD test frameworks using JUnit, Mockito, PowerMock, Cucumber, and Gherkin; utilize static code analysis (SonarQube).

Documentation & Collaboration: Document solution architectures (Visio, Confluence), create UML/design documents, and actively participate in technical discussions with cross-functional teams.

Mentorship & Leadership: Provide guidance and support to junior/mid-level developers; act as a hands-on technical lead.

Continuous Improvement: Continuously assess emerging technologies to recommend improvements in developer experience and delivery efficiency.

Compliance & Standards: Ensure web components meet Section 508 compliance; address security vulnerabilities and code quality issues.

Performance Tuning: Optimize application performance for scalability, throughput, and low-latency, especially for cloud environments handling large data/traffic volumes.

Other Duties: Perform all other duties as assigned or directed to support project and organizational goals.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor s Degree (or higher) in Computer Science or related field

10+ years of experience with Java, Spring Boot, Angular, React

Experience as a hands-on technical lead

Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop software applications using the Twelve-Factor App methodology
  • Build innovative, accessible, and responsive user interfaces and web components
  • Design and develop microservices and RESTful APIs with Java and Spring Boot
  • Develop and maintain enterprise Java batch applications
  • Create SOAP and REST web services and implement security
  • Develop data access layers for IBM DB2 and PostgreSQL databases
  • Deploy cloud-native applications on AWS/OpenShift and implement DevOps practices
  • Develop unit, integration, and BDD test frameworks

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 10+ years of experience with Java, Spring Boot, Angular, React
  • Experience as a hands-on technical lead
  • Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools

Skills mentioned

JavaSpring BootAngularReactTypeScriptMicroservicesREST APIsAWSDockerJenkins

About Steneral Consulting

How do you build trust? You deliver on expectations. Not for a year. Not just during boom times. But every day. For weeks. For months. For decades. That's how Steneral is built on its core values. Our Core Values: Integrity: Integrity is ingrained in what we believe and more importantly what we practice. In the staffing industry it is important we properly represent both our clients and candidates. Our option requires a team that is built on integrity. At Steneral Consulting we will act with integrity and honesty in everything we do. Quality: In order to provide our clients with top-level quality candidates we have crafted our process. This process allows us to pre-screen candidates offering our clients access to top-level quality in their requirements. Team: Unlike many other recruiting firms Steneral Consulting’s internal staff and the process have a team at its core. We work with one another to find our clients the best talent. At Steneral Consulting, we want an environment that is positive where people will enjoy working. We will operate as a team where accountability, trust, and cooperation will flourish.

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