TL;DR
Specialty Software Engineer (Java Modernization): Supporting the modernization of legacy credit card servicing applications with an accent on existing Smalltalk-based systems and long-term migration to Java-based architecture. Focus on system improvements, backend development aligned with modern architecture standards, and platform evolution.
Location: Wilmington, DE / Iselin, NJ / Charlotte, NC / Phoenix, AZ / Irving, TX (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Company
Strategic Staffing Solutions provides IT staffing and services.
What you will do
- Develop, maintain, and enhance Smalltalk-based applications.
- Contribute to modernization efforts transitioning from Smalltalk to Java-based systems.
- Apply object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.
- Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies.
- Work with Microsoft SQL Server and related data systems.
Requirements
- 5+ years of Smalltalk development experience
- Strong understanding of OOP concepts and design principles.
- Experience with application packaging and deployment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Nice to have
- Experience with Java (backend development preferred).
- Exposure to full-stack development (React UI is a plus).
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Background in financial services or enterprise systems.
Culture & Benefits
- Work within a Scrum team.
- Participate in 2-week sprints, story-based work.
- Collaborate with developers, product teams, and stakeholders.