Application Programmer III

Our client, a technology-driven organization in the financial services space, is seeking a Application Programmer III to join their team. As a Application Programmer III, you will be part of the software engineering function supporting delivery teams focused on building and enhancing high-quality, scalable systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong drive to deliver quality code, a collaborative mindset in an Agile environment, and the ability to think through complex problems with confidence.

Job Title:Application Programmer III

Location:Jersey City, NJ

Pay Range: $65-$68/hr 

What's the Job?

• Join an Agile team to refine requirements with users, then design and develop high-quality, scalable systems.
• Spend the majority of your time on active development tasks—hands-on coding is a core expectation.
• Collaborate with the team to support the QA/UAT process by assisting users and stakeholders during testing and validation.
• Write and maintain unit tests and acceptance/behavior tests to help ensure reliability and correctness.
• Participate in a production support rota to help maintain system stability and respond to operational needs.

What's Needed?

• 5+ years of professional experience developing solutions with core Java.
• 2+ years of professional experience developing solutions with Scala or another functional language.
• Experience writing unit tests and acceptance/behavior tests.
• Strong data structure, algorithm, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering quality code on a timely basis.
• Experience working in an Agile environment (including pair programming and daily stand-ups) and working effectively with a shared code base using continuous integration.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a hands-on, technical role where your development work directly shapes outcomes.
• Collaboration with users to refine requirements and improve real-world system behavior through QA/UAT support.
• A team environment that values Agile practices such as pair programming and daily stand-ups.
• Exposure to modern engineering expectations, including continuous integration and test-driven quality.
• A clear expectation of professional growth through learning, iteration, and continuous improvement.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

Expectation for Start: 2-4 weeks after offer. Due to business needs, this role requires a specific start date and will require resources that can meet the outlined start date. Glider- ID Verification ASAP start.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.