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40+ Pre-Vetted Java Experts
Java is a powerful programming language for development of complex enterprise software, SaaS solutions, and IoT apps. ScienceSoft offers flexible Java resource outsourcing and team augmentation to help you get your Java tasks completed reliably and on time at reduced costs.
ScienceSoft’s Java Highlights
- 26 years in Java application development.
- 40+ Java developers for hire.
- Developers with 10-year practical Java experience on average (up to 20 years).
- Oracle certified Java developers.
- Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) certified engineers.
- Deep background in containerized environments and mature DevOps culture.
- Proficiency in serverless and cloud-native development in accordance with practices and tools defined by Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF).
- Established development, project management, and code quality assurance processes.
- Experience in advanced techs, including big data, IoT, AI, machine learning, blockchain, image analysis.
ScienceSoft vs. In-House Developers and Freelancers
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Software quality
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High quality is guaranteed by experienced, vetted professionals and an established quality management system. |
Quality relies on in-house expertise and processes, which may vary. |
Quality can vary widely; finding verified talent can be challenging. |
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Cost efficiency
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Lower costs — pay only for required resources when needed without the overhead of hiring, onboarding, and training. |
High costs due to recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing training expenses. |
Generally, lower rates, but additional project management efforts and oversight are often required. |
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Development speed
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1.5–2x faster development with efficient Agile and DevOps processes. |
Varies depending on team experience and development methodology maturity. |
Typically, it is slower without structured processes and team cohesion. |
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Flexibility in team structure
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Ability to choose from flexible cooperation models. You can outsource a full project to an established cross-functional team, get an effective dedicated team with a PM/tech lead, or request several Java engineers with specific skills to be managed by your in-house PM/tech lead. |
Limited to the in-house team unless more staff is hired. |
Building an effective team with the needed skillset is challenging and time-consuming. Individual skill gaps may require additional hires. |
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Scalability of team size
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Easily scale team size and expertise according to the evolving project needs. |
Requires recruitment or reassignment, which can be time-consuming. |
Freelancers often juggle multiple projects, so when scaling up quickly, some may be unavailable. Conversely, scaling down can disrupt their income, potentially discouraging them from working with you again in the future. |
In my experience, on many projects, a software engineer’s social skills are as important to clients as their technical expertise. To build these skills, we conduct workshops on communication, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution for our Java engineers. We also hold mentorship programs that pair less experienced Java developers with seasoned mentors to further their growth in both areas. Additionally, in our software engineers’ performance reviews, we evaluate both the achievements in the technical tasks and the development of soft skills to ensure well-rounded progress across all aspects of professional development.
What We Build in Java
- Complex enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, SCM, enterprise asset management (EAM), PIM, enterprise content management (ECM), etc.).
- Industry-specific applications, e.g., EHR, online banking, POS.
- Web portals (vendor, customer, self-service, ecommerce, community portals).
- Ecommerce websites.
Java-based products
Including XaaS applications with millions of users and response of <1 sec.
- Self-service applications (including mobile banking).
- Multiplayer game back end.
- Video streaming and processing software.
- VoIP and messaging applications.
Innovative software in Java
- IoT applications for managing smart connected devices.
- Big data processing and analysis software (e.g., for IoT sensor data, customer activity, SCM events).
- Image analysis software.
- Cybersecurity applications.
Our Java Projects
Frequently Asked Questions
What SDLC models do you work with?
For 98% of our development projects, we use Agile, and 80% of them are executed in Scrum or ScrumBut. With Agile (Scrum), we work in efficient 2-3-week sprints to develop the software iteratively. Overall, we have been practicing Agile since 2007.
We opt for the Waterfall model for those development projects where we can fully understand and agree on the exact functional and technical requirements before any coding starts.
In software support and evolution projects, we mostly follow Kanban.
Do you provide a 'build it, run it' model?
Yes, we offer dedicated Java teams that are ready to take full technical ownership of the project and be responsible for everything from planning and development to infrastructure setup and management.
Who owns the code?
The code is in your sole ownership.
Who manages the project?
We have a strong full-scale PMO with experience in complex large-scale projects and advanced tech skills. The majority of our projects are managed by our in-house project managers.
However, we can also provide you with a dedicated Java development team to be managed on your side or by both our and your PMs. We minimize management efforts on your side by providing high transparency of the development process and proactive risk management.
How can we keep track of the project progress?
We give you access to a secure project extranet so that everyone involved in the project has access to the latest documentation and the prototype, a product backlog (a discrete list of features with screenshots and testing criteria, bug fixes and infrastructure changes to be delivered), a sprint schedule (a plan of what features, fixes and changes will be delivered in what sprint), and more.
On a weekly basis, we hold status meetings. Also, a dedicated project manager is ready to promptly answer any questions.
What systems do you use to track the progress of your delivery?
Azure DevOps, Atlassian Jira, Microsoft Project, Excel, Confluence.
How much do you charge per developer?
Our developers' rates vary depending on factors such as their seniority, experience, certifications, and the technology stack. We offer competitive rates that reflect the expertise and quality of our talents; the average rate is $50-$90 per hour. For more specific prices, we encourage you to reach out to us directly or use our free cost calculator.
Hard and Soft Skills ScienceSoft Excels At
You can also learn more about our approach to the development process – agile development steps, DevOps practices, modular architecture design, and more.
How We Usually Deliver Software at ScienceSoft
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Planning
At this stage, our team gains a detailed understanding of the Customer's business, existing processes, challenges, ambitions, and the Customer's vision of the ideal solution. Then, we devise the solution, elaborate on the project plan, and agree on how we will measure the project's success.
But if the Customer already has a software requirements specification, we can study it and go straight to the next step.
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Architecture, UX and UI design.
Our solution architects design high-performing, reliable and scalable architecture for future software.
Our UX researchers study the target audience, its needs, and behavior. Then, they create wireframes that demonstrate basic content layout and functionality.
Our UI designers create UI kits and full-color graphic interface mockups.
If you have it all ready, we skip this stage.
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A PoC and a dynamic prototype (optional)
We can create a dynamic prototype of the future application so that stakeholders and users can clearly see how the software will look and function before it is delivered.
To test the idea, verify tech assumptions, and de-risk further investments, we can deliver a proof of concept — a simplified version of the future software or its part. Its essential aspects are hard-coded data, mocked APIs, and simplified UI.
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DevOps implementation
We establish infrastructure as code (IaC), design and implement the containerization process, and set up CI/CD pipelines.
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MVP development, testing, and deployment (optional)
To quickly find out how users accept software and adjust the project accordingly, we deliver an MVP — a functional application with a minimum set of features (just enough to convey the app idea to early users).
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Full-scale software development, testing, and deployment
Back-end developers build the server side and APIs of the new software and integrate it with the back ends of other applications, if needed.
Front-end developers transform static interface images provided by UI designers into a fully functional client side and ensure its communication with the server.
The development team performs regular unit testing and code reviews (ad hoc reviews, pair programming, walkthrough, etc.).
In parallel with development, our QA engineers validate every aspect of the new software: functionality, integrations, performance, usability, and security. They use both automated and manual tests.
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24/7 monitoring, support, and evolution (on demand)
After the software or its part reaches the production environment, we can continue maintaining, supporting, and evolving it according to the changing business needs.
How We Measure and Improve Code Quality
Code rules and guidelines
- Following the Java style guide.
- Creating descriptive names for code variables.
- Leaving comments on what particular code functions do.
- Documenting what code (as a whole) does and what are its dependencies in a final README doc.
- Splitting code into short and focused units.
- Including unit tests.
- Keeping code portable.
- Using version control.
Code review practices
- Ad hoc review.
- Pass-around.
- Walkthrough.
- Pull request.
- Inspection.
Code quality metrics
- Maintainability index (MI).
- Cyclomatic Complexity (CC).
- Depth of Inheritance.
- Class Coupling.
- Lines of Code.
- Halstead Volume.
ScienceSoft USA Corporation Is a 3-Year Champion in the Financial Times Rating
Three years in a row (2022–2024), the Financial Times has included ScienceSoft USA Corporation in the list of 500 fastest-growing American companies. This is the result of our dedication to driving project success despite any constraints and disruptions.
Our Java Services
Team augmentation with Java programmers
Fill in specific Java resource and skill gaps in your in-house development team.
Pricing model: T&M (hourly rate).
A dedicated Java team
Get a complete self-managed team of Java developers with our Team Lead or PM to work on a Java-based project or its part.
Pricing model: T&M (hourly rate).
How to Hire Java Developers from ScienceSoft
Initial request
You send us a request, specifying the number of Java experts you need, their desired level of experience, as well as the model of cooperation you're interested in.
CV scanning
ScienceSoft performs preliminary scanning of our experts' CVs in the database and sends you the most relevant ones.
Interview scheduling
You choose the CVs you're most interested in and let us know the time you're available for interviewing candidates.
Interviews
We help arrange the interviews with our Java developers within 1-2 days.
SLA preparation
After you confirm the experts' competence, ScienceSoft works with you to compose a service level agreement (SLA).
Onboarding
Once you sign, the experts (lead by ScienceSoft’s or your PM – you decide) immediately start working on your project.
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How We Ensure Successful Cooperation
Flexible team adjustment
If you request services of a dedicated Java team or augment your existing team with our Java developers for hire, ScienceSoft agrees to scale the teams up or down in just 1-2 days whenever required.
Transparency of project progress
Under a dedicated team cooperation model, we use KPIs (cycle time, team velocity, and deployment frequency) to make sure our Java engineers always demonstrate the highest performance. Moreover, we provide you with access to our reporting tools (Jira, Trello, Confluence), where you can track project progress.
Very motivated employees
ScienceSoft motivates and provides professional growth possibilities for all Java developers to ensure their skills are always relevant. We regularly organize webinars, internal training sessions, and endorse our developers' participation in tech conferences.
Our Approach to Development Project Delivery
At ScienceSoft, we seamlessly embed our Java expertise into your teams and processes to guarantee the success of your project. Our project management practices are transparent, efficient, and highly reliable. Our approach includes regular progress updates, comprehensive documentation, and proactive risk management. By conducting frequent code reviews and performance assessments, we identify and resolve potential issues early, ensuring the project stays on track.
Explore our development strategy to see how we apply these principles to achieve outstanding outcomes.
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