Software Engineer II

Location: Buffalo, NY
Employment Type: Contract (12 Months)
Industry: Banking & Financial Services
Compensation: $74.98/hour
Schedule: Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week

Apply today to join a high-performing technology team where you'll help build innovative software solutions that support mission-critical business operations.

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise software applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.
• Develop and enhance RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Build and maintain cloud-based applications using Microsoft Azure services.
• Lead system analysis, application design, development, testing, and deployment activities.
• Prepare technical specifications and maintain system documentation.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex production issues.
• Participate in code reviews and promote software development best practices.
• Collaborate with business partners, architects, QA teams, and project managers.
• Coordinate development activities across multiple technical teams.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical leadership on project initiatives.
• Evaluate new technologies and recommend process improvements.
• Support project planning, technical estimates, and implementation schedules.
• Participate in user acceptance testing and production deployments.
• Ensure applications comply with organizational security, risk, and regulatory standards.
• Assist with vendor software evaluations and technology assessments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and software modernization efforts.

Acara Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Java Software Engineer to support a leading financial institution in Buffalo, NY. In this role, you'll design, develop, and enhance enterprise-level applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and innovative software solutions.

You'll serve as a technical leader on complex initiatives, mentor junior developers, and help drive application architecture, system enhancements, and modernization efforts using Java, Spring Boot, and Microsoft Azure technologies.

• Join a collaborative, technology-driven team focused on innovation.
• Work on enterprise-scale applications supporting critical banking operations.
• Gain experience with modern cloud technologies and large-scale development projects.
• Opportunity to lead technical initiatives and mentor other developers.
• Competitive pay with the potential to expand your professional experience within a Fortune 500 environment.

If you're passionate about designing robust enterprise applications, solving complex technical challenges, and working with modern cloud technologies, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact. You'll contribute to high-visibility projects while working alongside experienced software engineers and technology leaders.

Acara Solutions is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider connecting exceptional talent with leading employers across a wide range of industries. We partner with organizations to deliver customized staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce solutions that drive business success.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of software development or systems analysis experience.
• Minimum 7 years of experience designing and developing enterprise Java applications.
• Strong experience with:
  • Java (Object-Oriented Programming, Collections, Concurrency)
  • Spring Boot
  • RESTful API development
  • Build automation tools
  • Unit testing frameworks
• Experience developing cloud-native applications using Microsoft Azure, including:
  • Azure Functions
  • Azure Service Integrations
  • Azure Key Vault
  • Managed Identities
  • Azure Monitoring
• Experience working with:
  • OAuth 2.0 Authentication
  • Java HTTP Client libraries
  • API integrations
  • Error handling and exception management
• Extensive backend development experience.
• Experience coordinating software development efforts with business stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage project timelines, priorities, and technical deliverables.

• Associate's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience working within financial services or banking environments.
• Knowledge of enterprise application architecture and integrated systems.
• Familiarity with project management tools and Agile development methodologies.
• Experience with application lifecycle management and DevOps practices.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and mentor team members.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of enterprise software architecture.
• Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement approach.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Strong understanding of secure software development practices.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, enterprise environments.

• Candidates must successfully complete a background check as part of the hiring process.
• This is a full-time, 12-month contract opportunity with the possibility of extension based on business needs.