<p>Job#: 3027481</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>Client: Financial Services</p> <p>Team: TBA</p> <p>Job Title: Software Engineer 3 / Core Java</p> <p>Location: Charlotte, NC (CIC)</p> <p>Contract Length: 12 months (possibility to extend or convert)</p> <p>Pay Rate: $53 - $57</p> <p>Top Requirements</p> <ul> <li>5-7 years of Java Engineering </li><li>Spring Boot / Microservices </li><li>Kafka (ability to create filters) </li><li>Core Java backend </li><li>React </li></ul> <p>Plusses</p> <ul> <li>MongoDB </li><li>Cloud experience (OpenShift or any cloud) </li><li>Kubernetes </li><li>Ability to read legacy Java code </li></ul> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>In this contingent resource assignment, the engineer will consult on or participate in moderately complex initiatives and deliverables within Software Engineering, contributing to large-scale planning efforts. The role involves reviewing and analyzing moderately complex engineering challenges requiring in-depth evaluation of variable factors. The engineer will contribute to resolving issues, collaborate with client personnel, and ensure alignment with policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.</p> <p>Required Qualifications: 4+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent through work, consulting, training, military experience, or education.</p> <p>Day-to-Day Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Support a large, legacy Collections application as part of a 10-person team </li><li>Work primarily on backend Core Java and microservices </li><li>Contribute to migration from Java Server Faces to React (front-end led by others) </li><li>Develop backend services using MongoDB </li><li>Work within OpenShift cloud environment </li><li>Implement Kafka filters </li><li>Participate in quarterly Kanban releases (contractors rarely required for weekend release work) </li><li>Collaborate with team members and client personnel on engineering deliverables </li></ul> <p>EEO Employer</p> <p>Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.</p> <p>Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.</p> <p>Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.</p> <p>Employee Type:</p> <p>Contract</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>Charlotte, NC, US</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>Date Posted:</p> <p>March 24, 2026</p> <p>Pay Range:</p> <p>$53 - $56 per hour</p> <p>Similar Jobs</p> <ul> <li>Systems Architect - NC </li><li>Mid-level Java/React Developer - NC </li><li>Full Stack Java Developer - Charlotte, NC </li><li>Core Java / React Developer - NC </li><li>Java/Scala/Spark/Big Data D - NC </li></ul>