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Kforce has a client that is seeking a Java Spring Boot Developer in San Francisco, CA.


Senior Software Engineer - Java, API & Data Platforms Overview:
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance applications that support critical business functions. This role is hands-on and focused on delivering reliable software solutions, with collaboration across teams throughout the development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:
* Design, code, test, debug, document, and maintain complex software applications
* Translate business requirements into technical solutions aligned with established architecture standards
* Recommend improvements to enhance system performance, scalability, and reliability
* Participate in project planning activities such as estimation, task breakdown, and delivery timelines
* Improve and maintain development and test environments, tools, and frameworks
* Create and enhance unit tests, test plans, and testing processes
* Collaborate across teams in all stages of the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
* Develop and maintain program specifications, APIs, and service integrations
* Ensure applications meet required performance, service levels, and configuration standards

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science
* 7+ years of experience in software development and application implementation

7+ years of hands-on experience with:
* Java
* Spring Boot
* API development (REST/microservices)

Technical Skills & Experience:
* Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
* Good understanding of dependency management and transitive dependencies
* Solid knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
* Experience with implementation and release management processes
* Understanding of unit, system, and functional testing methodologies
* Experience writing technical designs and documentation
* Ability to work within distributed and integrated system environments

Collaboration & Work Style:
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams (technical and business)
* Self-driven with the ability to work under minimal supervision
* Strong commitment to coding standards and best practices

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with ETL/data processing tools (e.g., Apache Spark) (nice to have, not required)
* Experience working with cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
* Familiarity with large-scale, transaction-based systems

Nice to Have:
* Banking or financial services domain experience
* Exposure to marketing or customer data platforms

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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