Full Stack Java Developer
Location: Charlotte, NC (onsite Tues-Thurs)
Duration: 6–12-month contract-to-hire
Pay: $50.00/hour (W2 Only)

JOB DESCRIPTION  
Our global Fortune 500 client, with U.S. headquarters in Charlotte, NC, is a world class food service provider with a strong presence across the nation. Celebrating almost 30 years in North America, this employee-focused company has received honors for diversity and inclusion, innovation, health and wellness, and company culture. CRG has successfully placed over 220 employees within the last 7 years within this organization, known for its continuous growth opportunities, fantastic benefits package, innovative technology, flexible work environment, and collaborative culture.

We are seeking a Java Full Stack Developer with AI/ML expertise to build and maintain scalable enterprise applications while integrating AI-driven solutions. The ideal candidate has strong experience in Java, modern frontend technologies, cloud platforms, and AI/ML integration.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Design and Development: Develop, test, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure applications using Java for the backend and relevant front-end technologies.
• Front-End Development: Build intuitive user interfaces with frameworks like Angular, React, or Vue.js, ensuring responsiveness and cross-browser compatibility.
• Back-End Development: Design and implement RESTful APIs, web services, and business logic using Java frameworks like Spring Boot or Hibernate.
• Database Management: Develop and optimize database queries, schemas, and procedures for relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Integrate AI/ML models, Generative AI, LLMs, and AI APIs into business applications.
• Develop AI-powered features such as chatbots, intelligent search, recommendations, and predictive analytics.
• Collaborate with Data Scientists and ML Engineers to deploy, monitor, and optimize AI solutions.
• Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices in software development.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, UX/UI designers, and QA engineers, to deliver high-quality solutions.
• DevOps & CI/CD: Participate in deployment pipelines, continuous integration, and delivery using tools like Jenkins, Docker, or Kubernetes.
• Troubleshooting: Debug, test, and resolve software issues across the full stack.
• Innovation: Stay updated with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in software development to ensure the team uses modern and effective solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills and Experience:
 

• Programming: Proficiency in Java, Spring Framework (Spring Boot), and Hibernate.
• Front-End: Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern front-end libraries or frameworks (e.g., Angular, Ionic).
• Databases: Strong knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts, with experience in NoSQL databases as a plus.
• APIs: Hands-on experience developing and consuming RESTful or GraphQL APIs.
• Testing: Familiarity with unit testing, integration testing, and test automation tools.
• DevOps: Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of spring boot & angular application development.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Knowledge of security best practices and implementation.

Experience:

• 8+ years of professional experience as a Full Stack Java Developer or similar role.