Java Developer at Collabera in Phoenix, AZ

Role: Full Stack Java Developer Duration: 12+ Months - (Contract to Hire) Location: Phoenix, AZ 85054 - Hybrid Role
Relocation: Allowed but no reimbursement Pay Rate: ($55-$60) hourly Full Stack Java Developer - Web Search Team The Opportunity

We're searching for a talented and experienced Full Stack Java Developer to join our team and play a pivotal role in the web search functionality.
You'll leverage your expertise in Java, React, and Elasticsearch to design and implement a robust, scalable, and user-friendly search experience.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (product owners, designers, architects) to understand user needs and translate them into technical specifications.
Design and implement a high-performance search experience using Java(Java 8 or higher), Spring Boot (or similar framework), React, and Elasticsearch.
Develop and maintain RESTful APIs to facilitate communication between the search engine and other systems.
Utilize Elasticsearch for data indexing, querying, and performance optimization.
Demonstrated experience in Agile development, application design, software development, and testing.
Build a responsive and user-friendly search interface using React.
Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code.
Conduct rigorous testing to ensure functionality and performance.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and industry best practices.

Qualifications: Must Haves:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in full-stack development with Java and React.
Proven experience with Elasticsearch, including indexing, querying, and performance optimization.
Solid understanding and experience with RESTful APIs.
Experience working in an enterprise environment.

Pluses:

Experience with OneData (a plus, but not mandatory).
Prior experience working with banking financial clients (a plus, but not mandatory).
Experience working with Lucidworks Fusion

Skills and Qualities:

Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Passion for building high-quality, user-centric applications.
A desire to continuously learn and stay updated with the latest technologies