Java Programming Consultant ( W2 ONLY)

Mode of Interview: In-Person Duration of the Contract: 12 Months Possibility for Extension: Yes Work Location: 100% On-site in Columbia SC, Monday - Friday Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer with strong experience in cloud-native application development, Agile methodologies, and DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-grade applications while collaborating closely with architects, developers, and business stakeholders. Daily Duties / Responsibilities • Participate in all Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. • Engage in solution design, coding, code reviews, and testing. • Ensure completion of work items per acceptance criteria and Definition of Done. • Work within the DevOps model, ensuring end-to-end ownership of quality, support, and deployment. • Collaborate with architecture and business teams to design and enhance business and technical solutions. Required Skills • 5+ years of experience in Java web development using Spring Boot, Maven, and JUnit. • 5+ years of applying SOLID object-oriented design principles. • 5+ years of experience in developing containerized applications using Docker. • Proven experience in RESTful API design and development. • Strong understanding of event-driven architectures. • Proficiency with Git and branching strategies (e.g., GitFlow). • Experience using Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines and backlog management. • Hands-on experience in Test-Driven Development (TDD). • Strong communication and collaboration skills in Agile teams. Preferred Skills • Cloud development experience (Azure preferred; AWS acceptable). • Integration services: Azure API Management, AWS API Gateway, Azure EventGrid, etc. • Serverless services: Azure Functions, Container Apps, AWS Lambda, Fargate, etc. • Managed databases: Azure SQL Managed Instance, AWS RDS, etc. • Familiarity with Azure DevOps, GitLab, or JIRA. • Experience developing or integrating with ERP systems such as SAP, SAP S/4HANA, or Ivalua. Education / Certifications Required: • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field. • Equivalent experience may substitute for formal education. Preferred: • Microsoft Azure or AWS Certifications. • Experience or certification in SAP / Ivalua / ERP systems.