Job Details

Junior Java Developer (Full-Stack, Backend-Focused) – Contract-to-Hire
Dallas, TX
Hybrid role (Onsite Tues–Thurs)
$35 per hour (Contract-to-hire; pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join a high-impact engineering team within a large-scale airline environment as a Junior Java Developer (Full-Stack, Backend-Focused). In this contract-to-hire position, you will play a key role in modernizing legacy operational systems and migrating critical applications to the Azure cloud. This is an opportunity to work on complex, real-world systems that directly support airline operations and decision-making. You will collaborate within a learning-focused, Agile team, gain hands-on experience with both backend and frontend technologies, and contribute to the ongoing transformation of essential airline platforms. The position is based in Dallas, TX, with a hybrid work schedule (onsite Tuesday through Thursday), and offers opportunities for professional growth, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Contribute to the migration of legacy on-premises applications to Azure cloud
• Support development and maintenance of operational management systems, air traffic coordination platforms, and cloud-based services
• Assist with backend development using Java and Spring Boot, and perform frontend updates using Angular
• Participate in troubleshooting, debugging, and enhancing existing systems
• Work with team members to implement business logic and application features
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps initiatives as needed
• Collaborate within an Agile team environment across multiple squads
• Engage in ongoing learning to gain familiarity with system architecture and business workflows
• Support and accelerate modernization and cloud migration initiatives
• Begin contributing to development tasks and user stories within the first few months
• Become a reliable contributor across multiple applications and help drive modernization efforts long-term

WHAT YOU BRING

• 0–2 years of experience in software development
• Strong foundation in Java and object-oriented programming
• Experience or familiarity with Spring Boot (or similar frameworks)
• Experience or familiarity with frontend frameworks (Angular preferred)
• Experience or familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS)
• Understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile practices
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions) and DevOps concepts
• Experience working on full-stack applications is a plus
• Coursework or exposure to distributed systems or streaming tools (e.g., Flink) is a plus
• Curious, eager to learn, and comfortable asking questions
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and open to feedback
• Ability to work onsite in Dallas, TX (hybrid schedule: Tues–Thurs)

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term growth based on performance and business needs
• 401(k) matching plan
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Health Savings Account and Dependent Care FSA
• Supplemental coverage options
• 6 paid holidays and paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with virtual counseling, financial and legal services, and life coaching
• Relationship-driven process to ensure your best fit and regular meetings to support your engagement
• Collaborative, learning-focused team environment

Additional Details:
Employment Type: Contract-to-hire (based on performance and business conditions)
Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid – onsite Tues–Thurs)
Interview Process: Single round with technical problem-solving (whiteboarding)

EEO Statement:
Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.