Sr. Java Developer

Senior Java Developer ARC Group has an immediate opportunity for a Senior Java Developer with a leading organization. This is a hybrid position in Jacksonville, FL working 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. The role is initially a long-term contract opportunity through January 2027, with the potential for extension and/or conversion to a full-time position. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Java professional to join a respected organization supporting enterprise technology initiatives, building scalable solutions, and working with modern software development practices. At ARC Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation, collaboration, and better solutions. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Candidates must currently have permanent US work authorization. No C2C, third-party vendors, or candidate brokering arrangements will be considered. Position Overview The Senior Java Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise applications and technology solutions. This role will participate throughout the software development lifecycle, including technical design, coding, testing, deployment, troubleshooting, and ongoing application support. The ideal candidate will have strong Java development experience, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable enterprise Java applications Create technical solutions aligned with business requirements and organizational objectives Develop and maintain backend services, APIs, and application integrations Participate in technical design discussions, code reviews, and architecture initiatives Perform unit testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and application enhancements Follow secure coding practices and ensure application reliability, performance, and data integrity Document technical designs, system specifications, and development processes Participate in release management and change control processes Collaborate with developers, analysts, project teams, and business stakeholders Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to other developers Required Qualifications 5+ years of professional software development experience Strong experience with Java/J2EE development Experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise applications Strong understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and design patterns Experience developing and consuming RESTful and SOAP web services Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQL Experience with SQL development and data manipulation Experience using Git or other modern version control systems Experience with unit testing, debugging, and software development best practices Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take ownership of assigned responsibilities Preferred Qualifications Experience with modern Java frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, or Hibernate Experience with front-end technologies including JavaScript, React.js, or Node.js Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Experience with messaging and distributed systems technologies such as Kafka Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Cassandra Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent professional experience will be considered. Interested? For immediate consideration, please send your resume directly to John Burke at or apply online while viewing all of our open positions. ARC Group is a Forbes-ranked recruiting and executive search firm partnering with organizations nationwide to identify and deliver top technical talent. We are committed to understanding the goals of both our clients and candidates and providing recruiting solutions built on integrity, partnership, and results. ARC Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. This position is offered with no fee to candidates.