Java Software Engineer (Backend)

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a<strong> Software Engineer </strong> for a<strong> contract </strong> assignment with one of our premier SaaS clients in <strong> San Jose, CA</strong>. This is a hybrid role.<br><br>We are looking for a dedicated and passionate engineer who is interested in building the next generation of blazingly fast, always-available cloud-based services for subscription management and purchasing, covering a wide variety of products, plans, promotions, purchase methods, and geographies, for Creative Cloud, Document Cloud, and a host of other Adobe products and services. This also includes data experimentation and analysis required for these cloud-based services. You will deliver critical services to be used by a variety of clients, enabling flexible and highly scalable subscription workflows. If you are passionate about writing high-quality code, are genuinely interested in building highly scalable and reliable services, and are fascinated by Micro-services Architecture, then this would be a great opportunity for you.<br><br><strong> Responsibilities:<br><br></strong><ul><li> Participate in all aspects of software development activities including design, coding, code review, unit-testing, integration testing, and bug fixing. </li><li> Work independently to design and delivering medium to complex functionality. </li><li> Collaborate and Provide guidance to team members to build a scalable and high-performance solution with low operational overhead. </li><li> Work with multi-functional team members to ensure a superb end-to-end user experience for our customers. </li><li> Fast prototyping of ideas and concepts and researching the latest industry trends. </li><li> Build features that make our products easier to use. We're constantly experimenting with how to improve our products to benefit our users, and you'll help track metrics and formulate ideas to improve and increase adoption. </li><li> Perform analysis and experimentation for the data flowing through different systems/services</li><li> Build a data consistency and validation feature in delivering high-quality data. <br><br></li></ul><strong> Required</strong> <strong> Skills:<br><br></strong><ul><li> BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent. </li><li> Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in software engineering,</li><li> Motivated self-starter with the ability to learn and adapt quickly. </li><li> Track record of delivering software releases or projects on time with high quality. </li><li> Experience or knowledge in Java and Spring Framework. Proficient in Object-Oriented analysis and design. </li><li> Experience in building large-scale, complex client/server solutions is a plus. </li><li> Knowledge in data experimentation and analysis</li><li> Knowledge in building RESTful services. </li><li> Excellent Knowledge of databases and SQL. </li><li> Excellent written and verbal communication skills. </li><li> Experience with Agile Software Development techniques. </li><li> Experience with AWS, New Relic, Splunk is a huge plus. <br><br></li></ul>SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .<br><br>SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.<br><br>

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