What are the responsibilities and job description for the Java Software Engineer position at Aptimized?
Java Software Engineer with Vert.x
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Rate: Open
End Client: Major Financial Company
Hybrid 2-3 days a week onsite
Join a Java engineering team working across three projects in a fast-paced, startup-style
environment. We’re looking for an independent contributor who takes ownership, works closely
with product, and delivers small, valuable increments quickly.
Technical skills
● Strong Java programming skills
● Very solid experience using Eclipse Vert.x
● Experience with SQL, Couchbase, and asynchronous processing.
● Basic understanding of security standards, including JWE/JWS.
● Familiarity with AI-assisted development, prompting, and AI agents. The team uses
Claude, Codex, Copilot, and Devin.
Working style
● Proactively explore, understand the product, and contribute beyond assigned tasks.
● Independently investigate issues and unblock work, coordinating with teammates when
needed.
● Work directly with Product regardless of seniority.
● Bring commitment, curiosity, and a collaborative attitude, with an expectation of
contributing within the first three weeks.
Salary : $1 - $2