Java/Python Application Developer with AI experience

Role: Java/Python Application Developer with AI experience Duration: Long Term Location: Phoenix, AZ, Charlotte, NC, San Leandro, CA Job Description: Core Skill Requirements: • 6-8 years of strong experience in Java development, including proficiency in Spring SpringBoot • 2-3 years of experience with Python, focused on backend or data-driven development • Strong experience in building and consuming RESTful APIs • Strong understanding of Reactive Programming (WebFlux, etc.) • Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for event-driven architecture • Database expertise in both MongoDB (NoSQL) and Oracle (RDBMS) • Experience with Flink for stream processing and data pipelines • GraphQL knowledge • AI / Conversational Platform Exposure • Strong understanding of Google Dialogflow CX or similar conversational AI frameworks • Exposure to LLM (Large Language Models), agentic architectures, and prompt engineering concepts • Familiarity with ADK (Agent Development Kit), Playbook, or similar agentic frameworks • Conceptual understanding of machine learning fundamentals and model telemetry. • Additional Skills • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills. • Experience with microservices architecture, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native environments (OCP, Kubernetes, etc.) • Excellent communication skills; ability to collaborate across engineering and product teams • Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field. • Prior experience in banking, fintech, or digital assistant platforms is an advantage.