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Senior Software Developer (Java/J2EE – Application Modernization)

Omega Hires, Rockville, MD, United States


Job Title:

Senior Software Developer (Java/J2EE – Application Modernization)
Location:

Rockville, MD (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer with strong expertise in Java/J2EE and cloud migration. This role focuses on modernizing legacy enterprise applications and migrating them to AWS using cloud-native architectures. The ideal candidate will bring deep hands‑on experience in replatforming and refactoring applications to improve scalability, performance, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
Cloud Migration & Modernization

Lead and execute enterprise application migration strategies to AWS.

Evaluate and implement replatforming and refactoring approaches.

Transform monolithic applications into microservices‑based architectures.

Design & Development

Design and develop scalable, cloud-native solutions using Java/J2EE technologies.

Build reusable migration frameworks, accelerators, and reference architectures.

Actively contribute through hands‑on coding, prototyping, and solution design.

AWS Integration

Integrate applications with AWS services such as:

Compute: EC2, ECS, EKS

Storage: S3

Database: RDS

APIs: API Gateway

Serverless: Lambda

Implement high availability and basic disaster recovery solutions.

Containerization & DevOps

Containerize applications using Docker and orchestrate via Kubernetes (EKS/ECS).

Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using CloudFormation or Terraform.

Support CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments.

Governance & Optimization

Adhere to cloud architecture standards and best practices.

Ensure cost optimization, scalability, and performance efficiency.

Provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Collaboration

Work closely with architects, SCRUM teams, and stakeholders.

Participate in sprint planning, status updates, and delivery tracking.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

5+ years of experience in AWS cloud migration and application modernization.

Strong expertise in Java and J2EE frameworks (Spring, Hibernate, JSF).

Proven experience migrating applications from on-premises to AWS.

Hands‑on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation or Terraform).

Solid understanding of database migration strategies.

Familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps practices.

Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in distributed systems.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Nice to Have

Experience with microservices and event‑driven architectures.

Exposure to serverless frameworks (AWS SAM, Lambda).

Knowledge of cloud cost optimization tools and strategies.

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