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Java Engineer

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Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026
job summary:

We're hiring junior to mid-level Java developers preferably with both back-end and front-end experience. This individual will be supporting large enterprise applications within the Consumer Lending Loan Servicing line of business for a large financial institution. Candidates will be expected to interview and work on-site.

location: West Des Moines, Iowa

job type: Contract

salary: $35 - 42 per hour

work hours: 9am to 5pm

education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

We're hiring junior to mid-level Java developers preferably with both back-end and front-end experience. This individual will be supporting large enterprise applications within the Consumer Lending Loan Servicing line of business for a large financial institution. Candidates will be expected to interview and work on-site.

Must Haves

  • 1-3 years professional software engineering experience with Java (
  • Experience with Spring (Spring Boot) framework
  • Basic backend/microservices/API knowledge (CRUD, REST APIs)
  • SQL/database fundamentals
  • Familiarity using AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills (able to clearly interpret and follow requirements)

Nice to Haves

  • Experience with Kafka
  • Front-end exposure (Angular or React) / full-stack capability
  • Containerization / Docker experience
  • Familiarity with CI/CD and source control (Git)
  • Experience migrating/apps modernization using AI-assisted tools
  • Side projects or demonstrable passion for software development

qualifications:

Must Haves

  • 1-3 years professional software engineering experience with Java (
  • Experience with Spring (Spring Boot) framework
  • Basic backend/microservices/API knowledge (CRUD, REST APIs)
  • SQL/database fundamentals
  • Familiarity using AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills (able to clearly interpret and follow requirements)

Nice to Haves

  • Experience with Kafka
  • Front-end exposure (Angular or React) / full-stack capability
  • Containerization / Docker experience
  • Familiarity with CI/CD and source control (Git)
  • Experience migrating/apps modernization using AI-assisted tools
  • Side projects or demonstrable passion for software development

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Salary : $35 - $42

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