ForgeRock Engineer (Java Expert)

Job Title: ForgeRock Engineer (Java Expert)

Location: Jersey City NJ - Onsite role

Duration Long Term Contract

Type: Contract W2

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled ForgeRock Engineer with strong Java development expertise to join our Identity and Access Management (IAM) team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience implementing and customizing ForgeRock components (AM IDM DS IG) and a solid foundation in Java to extend platform capabilities integrate with enterprise systems and build secure identity solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design develop and deploy IAM solutions using the ForgeRock Identity Platform (AM IDM DS IG).
• Customize ForgeRock components using Java to meet business and security requirements.
• Integrate ForgeRock with enterprise applications directories and cloud services (e.g. Azure AD Okta AWS GCP).
• Implement identity lifecycle processes including provisioning authentication authorization SSO MFA and federation.
• Develop REST APIs and custom plugins for extending ForgeRock functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex IAM issues related to performance scalability and integration.
• Work with DevOps teams to automate build and deployment pipelines for ForgeRock components.
• Participate in security audits and ensure solutions comply with regulatory and policy requirements.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 3 7 years of professional experience in Java/J2EE development.
• 2 5 years of experience with the ForgeRock Identity Platform (preferably versions 6.x or later).
• Strong understanding of identity and access management principles and protocols (SAML OAuth2 OIDC LDAP).
• Experience with RESTful APIs scripting (e.g. Groovy JavaScript) and ForgeRock custom development.
• Experience with containerization (Docker Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices SSL/TLS encryption and identity governance.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools (Jenkins Git Terraform Ansible) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ForgeRock certifications (e.g. ForgeRock Certified Access Management Specialist).
• Experience with cloud-based IAM deployments.
• Background in cybersecurity networking or infrastructure engineering.

About Next Gen Software Solutions LLC:

Next Gen Software Solutions is a trusted provider of IT Staffing and consulting services dedicated to empowering businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions and exceptional talent. We specialize in delivering tailored IT consulting services innovative software solutions and connecting businesses with highly skilled IT professionals. Founded and led by a dedicated U.S. Army solider Next Gen Software Solutions is deeply rooted in the core values of integrity discipline commitment and experience-principles that guide every aspect of our operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Next Gen Software Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees and applicants are treated respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race colour religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age genetic information veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws.