Lead Java Developer

McLean, VA


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Type: Contract

Category: Development

Industry: Financial Services

Standard Hours: Open

Reference ID: JN -082026-108364

Date Posted: 09/19/2026

Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/kSqcWB


Description:

Hybrid 3 days onsite in McLean, VA

 

Our client seeks a Lead Java Developer to build and enhance backend services for a business application. The role will focus on Java and Spring Boot services running on AWS with components such as Lambda and Fargate. The work will include creating programs that influence business processes, integrating AI tooling where appropriate, and collaborating in a hybrid environment across McLean, VA and Plano, TX teams.

 

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

 

Rate: $85.00 to $90.00/hr. w2

JN -082026-108364


Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and maintain backend Java services using Spring Boot.
  • Build and operate AWS workloads leveraging services such as Lambda and Fargate.
  • Develop business application features that influence and automate business processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a hybrid model across McLean, VA and Plano, TX.
  • Incorporate AI tooling where suitable to improve developer productivity and solution capability.
  • Ensure code quality, observability, and reliability through testing and best practices.

Experience Requirements:
  • Strong backend Java development with Spring Boot.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS, including Lambda and container orchestration such as Fargate.
  • Background building business applications and process-driven services.
  • Experience with AI tooling in the software development lifecycle.
  • Full stack experience acceptable with emphasis on backend services.

Recruitment Transparency Notice
 
Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (noreply@eliassen.com, 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
 

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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About Eliassen Group:
 
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
 
Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
 
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