Job Title: Java Developer

Location: New York, NY (on-site)

Experience: 3–7 years

About Leoforce

Leoforce is the innovative company behind Arya and Ira, the AI-powered recruiting technology that revolutionizes talent discovery and engagement. Arya combines advanced AI and Talent Intelligence to help recruiters find highly compatible candidates, reducing time-to-hire and ensuring success for every role. At Leoforce, we are passionate about empowering recruiters and job seekers with responsible AI that delivers unbiased, data-driven results. We believe in fostering a workplace built on respect, integrity, and the freedom to innovate.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Java Developer to research, design, and develop high-performance, scalable computer software with a focus on web applications. You will own features end-to-end—from design and coding to testing, debugging, and maintenance—while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and debug Java-based applications

• Build and maintain web applications using Spring Boot

• Create and manage RESTful APIs

• Work with relational databases (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL)

• Collaborate with developers, designers, and stakeholders

• Ensure application reliability, fix bugs, and implement updates

• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices

Required Skills (Must-Have)

• Strong proficiency in Java and core libraries

• Hands-on experience with Spring Framework

• Proven experience building RESTful APIs

• Solid understanding of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle)

• Proficiency with Git or similar version-control systems

• Excellent problem-solving and debugging abilities

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Hibernate ORM

• Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

• 3–7 years of professional Java development experience