Job Title: Backend Application Developer Location: Cincinnati OH Duration: Contract - 7 months Pay Range: $65/hr to $70/hr (W2) Job ID: 411883 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking a Back End Application Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in full lifecycle application development, object-oriented design, software analysis, and performance optimization and a proven ability to design, build, integrate, and maintain scalable, reliable back-end services. Responsibilities: * Execute full lifecycle application development from design through deployment and maintenance. * Design, code, and debug applications in relevant software languages. * Perform software, code, and requirements analysis, including reviews and identification of code metrics. * Conduct system risk and software reliability analysis to improve stability. * Apply object-oriented design and analysis (OOA/OOD) and create software models and simulations. * Collaborate on front-end graphical user interface integration with back-end services. * Plan and execute software testing and quality assurance activities. * Tune performance, improve usability, and implement automation for efficiency. * Support, maintain, and document software functionality for ongoing operations. * Integrate software with existing systems and services. * Evaluate and identify new technologies for implementation and maintain standards compliance. * Implement localization or globalization features as needed. Required Skills & Qualifications: * Proficiency in back-end programming languages and SQL or similar data technologies. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills across the software lifecycle. * Experience with object-oriented design, software modeling, and system integration. * Demonstrated capability in testing, QA, performance tuning, and automation. * Undergraduate degree in computer engineering, computer science, information technology, or a related discipline. Preferred Skills: * Experience with standards compliance, localization/globalization, and reliability engineering. * Familiarity with front-end integration and UI considerations for back-end services. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: * Competitive compensation and benefits * Opportunities for growth with global clients * A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people * Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants wil