Core Java Engineer III / Atlanta / Hybrid Alpharetta , Georgia **Hybrid** Contract $65/hr - $68/hr An exciting contract-to-hire opportunity is now available for a Core Java Engineer III based in Atlanta, Georgia. This is a remote role with an occasional in office day. Join a global leader in data analytics and risk intelligence, supporting high-impact solutions that help businesses and governments tackle challenges such as fraud detection, identity verification, and financial crime. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity to work in a highly technical environment using Core Java, Big Data technologies (like Snowflake, Hadoop, and Kafka), and modern data engineering tools. As part of a specialized engineering team focused on fraud-related data solutions, you’ll help design and implement systems that handle data across both cloud and on-prem environments. What sets this opportunity apart is the direct impact and technical ownership you'll have—this isn't a framework-heavy or UI-focused role. It’s a chance to work on the data layer of a platform used by financial institutions, government agencies, and enterprises worldwide. With an emphasis on efficiency, innovation, and scalability, you’ll get deep into the data, tackle real-world problems, and collaborate with a globally distributed team. **Required Skills & Experience** + 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience + BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience + Core Java (J2EE) proficiency; Go and SQL also highly valued + Strong experience with Big Data technologies (Snowflake, Hadoop, Kafka) + Strong data modeling knowledge (normalized/dimensional) + Excellent data manipulation/optimization skills (SQL performance tuning, etc.) + Experience with Agile development practices **What You Will Be Doing** **Tech Breakdown:** + 70% Core Java, SQL, Go development + 30% Big Data solutions (Snowflake, Hadoop, Kafka, Databricks) **Responsibilities:** + Develop and maintain scalable data processing systems using Core Java and Big Data tech + Collaborate with cross-functional teams around the world + Finalize technical requirements and translate them into robust design + Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in production + Continuously research and apply new technologies to improve system efficiency + Maintain documentation, perform code reviews, and support releases + Handle projects end-to-end: design, implement, test, deploy, support **Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.** **You will receive the following benefits:** + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits + Vision Benefits + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options + Paid Sick Time Leave + Legal and Identity Protection Plans + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit + 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. **Posted by:** Sidney Nguyen **Specialization:** + Java