Software Engineer II - Java (Azure Serverless Focus)

About the position

CTG is seeking to fill a Software Engineer II - Java (Azure Serverless Focus) opening for our client in Buffalo, NY. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Java Developer to design, build, and maintain a robust and scalable middleware application hosted on Azure. This application will facilitate seamless data flow between internal systems and a SaaS-hosted application, leveraging Azure Functions and other Azure services, with Java as the primary development language. The engineer will provide solutions that are technologically sound and will serve as a principal application designer, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain Java-based Azure Functions for data integration
• Implement secure and efficient API interactions with external SaaS applications
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of the middleware solution
• Collaborate with development, operations, and technology teams to define requirements and deliver high-quality solutions
• Implement effective error handling, logging, and monitoring for distributed systems
• Prepare technical project plans, specifications, documentation, and test plans
• Participate in code reviews, promote best practices, and contribute to architectural discussions
• Provide guidance to less experienced team members
• Follow development standards and maintain efficient operation of supported applications

Requirements

• Associate's degree and minimum 5 years of systems analysis/application development experience, or in lieu of a degree, minimum of 7 years combined higher education and/or relevant experience
• Solid experience with Java development, Spring Boot, and API design
• Proficiency in build tools (Maven/Gradle) and unit testing frameworks (JUnit/Mockito)
• Expertise in integrating with APIs using HTTP clients and handling various authentication mechanisms including OAUTH 2.0
• Experience with JSON processing and API error-handling strategies
• Strong understanding of Azure Functions and Azure service integrations (e.g., Storage, Service Bus/Event Hub, Key Vault)
• Experience using Azure Monitor and Application Insights
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and Git

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience with event-driven and serverless architecture
• Understanding of M&T Bank's application frameworks is a plus
• Ability to work autonomously and manage priorities effectively
• Experience with cost/benefit analysis and due diligence activities
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group