Full Stack Developer (Java / React / AWS)

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Computer Task Group, Inc
Published
May 6, 2026
Location
Jersey City, IL
Job Type

Full Stack Developer (Java / React / AWS): our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role: An experienced full stack developer is needed to build and maintain cloud-native Java and React/Angular applications with microservices and AWS integration.
  • The Person: The person will design, develop, deploy and maintain full stack cloud-native microservices using Java and React/Angular, implement API security, build event-driven solutions on AWS and support CI/CD and containerized deployments.
  • Requirements: Required skills include Java (JDK 17), Spring Boot, React or Angular, REST API development, AWS services including EC2 EKS Lambda S3 DynamoDB API Gateway, Kafka or SNS/SQS, Jenkins/GitLab/GitHub, Docker and Kubernetes, and strong SQL.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Full Stack Developer with 10+ years of expertise in building scalable, cloud-native applications using Java, React (or Angular), and AWS. The ideal candidate will have strong microservices experience, deep knowledge of REST APIs, and hands-on exposure to event-driven architectures and modern DevOps practices. This role also involves working on high-performance distributed systems and contributing to next-generation AI-enabled solutions.

 

Location: Jersey City, NJ
Duration: 12 months

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain full stack applications using Java (JDK 17), Spring Boot, and React or Angular.
  • Build and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices with strong focus on scalability and security.
  • Implement API security including authentication and authorization frameworks.
  • Develop event-driven solutions using AWS services (SNS, SQS), Kafka, and/or MQ.
  • Work extensively with AWS services including EC2, EKS, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, and DynamoDB.
  • Build and support CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab, and/or GitHub.
  • Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions.
  • Support integration of Agentic Gen AI capabilities into applications where applicable.
  • (Nice to have) Develop BI and reporting solutions using Power BI, SSRS, and related Microsoft BI tools.
  • (Nice to have) Write and optimize complex SQL, DAX, Power Query, R, and T-SQL queries for reporting and analytics.

Required Skills:

  • 10+ years of full stack development experience.
  • Strong expertise in Java (JDK 17), Spring Boot, and REST API development.
  • Front-end experience with React or Angular.
  • Deep understanding of microservices architecture and API security.
  • Hands-on AWS experience (EC2, EKS, Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, API Gateway).
  • Experience with event-driven systems (Kafka, SNS, SQS, MQ).
  • CI/CD experience with Jenkins, GitLab, or GitHub.
  • Containerization experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Strong SQL and database knowledge.

Preferred / Nice to Have:

  • Experience with Agentic AI / Generative AI implementations.
  • BI tools experience (Power BI, SSRS, Power BI Embedded).
  • Advanced data querying (SQL, DAX, Power Query, R, T-SQL).

Experience:

  • 10+ years in enterprise application development.
  • Proven experience building cloud-native, microservices-based architectures.
  • Experience working in Agile environments with distributed teams.
  • Background in DevOps practices and modern CI/CD pipelines.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Malti Jha at Malti.Jha@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

 

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $115,000 to $130,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.

Together, we shape what’s next—working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.

 

Key Skills
? Key Skills in dark blue have been inferred based on similar industry roles
Java (JDK 17) Angular AWS (EC2 EKS Lambda S3 Dynamodb API Gateway) Microservices REST Apis Java Spring Boot React AWS Kubernetes

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