Job Title: Java Backend Developer Location: Cincinnati OH Duration: Contract - 2 months Pay Range: $85/hr to $90/hr (W2) Job ID: 411251 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 Java Backend Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java/J2EE, AWS cloud services, and Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code and a proven ability to architect, deliver, and scale secure enterprise applications while mentoring teams. Responsibilities: * Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex enterprise applications using Java/J2EE. * Architect and implement solutions leveraging AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, SQS, SNS, and API Gateway. * Design, develop, and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform for provisioning and managing AWS resources. * Develop and consume RESTful web services with attention to performance, security, and scalability. * Provide technical leadership, establish best practices, and guide code quality and architectural decisions. * Collaborate with product owners, architects, and stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable plans. * Conduct code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and promote continuous learning. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues to ensure stability and performance. * Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend tools and practices to enhance delivery. Required Skills & Qualifications: * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. * 9+ years of Java/J2EE development focused on enterprise applications. * Expert-level Java with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and Spring Security. * Extensive AWS experience and strong understanding of cloud-native architectures. * Proven design and implementation of Infrastructure as Code using Terraform. * Designing, developing, and consuming RESTful and SOAP web services. * Strong grasp of microservices architecture, design patterns, and best practices. * Experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and DynamoDB. * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and agile methodologies. * Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Skills: * Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging patterns. * Hands-on with containerization and orchestration tools. 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