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Application Developer – Mid-Level (Java Developer)
Job Title: Application Developer – Mid-Level (Java Developer)
Position: 1 Resource
Experience: 5–10 Years Preferred
Work Environment: Agile Development Team
Client: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Mid-Level Application Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based custom applications and web services. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Java, JavaScript, Angular, PostgreSQL, and Linux environments, along with a strong understanding of RESTful APIs, application design principles, and software development best practices.
The resource will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new functionality, enhance existing applications, participate in technical design discussions, and ensure the delivery of reliable, high-quality software. CMS or other federal healthcare IT experience is preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience in the following areas:
The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer with strong problem-solving skills, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams. The candidate should be comfortable working on custom application development, discussing technical solutions, identifying potential impacts across the software development lifecycle, and delivering maintainable, high-quality code.
Position: 1 Resource
Experience: 5–10 Years Preferred
Work Environment: Agile Development Team
Client: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Mid-Level Application Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based custom applications and web services. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Java, JavaScript, Angular, PostgreSQL, and Linux environments, along with a strong understanding of RESTful APIs, application design principles, and software development best practices.
The resource will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new functionality, enhance existing applications, participate in technical design discussions, and ensure the delivery of reliable, high-quality software. CMS or other federal healthcare IT experience is preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the technical design, development, and implementation of Java-based custom applications.
- Develop, enhance, and maintain RESTful web services and application integrations.
- Review functional specifications and assist in preparing technical design documents.
- Estimate development efforts for new features, enhancements, and application changes.
- Develop and maintain unit tests to ensure code quality, reliability, and performance.
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive technical feedback.
- Work with Angular and JavaScript to develop and maintain application functionality.
- Write and optimize PostgreSQL queries and support relational database integration.
- Troubleshoot application issues in Linux-based environments.
- Communicate task progress, identify potential risks, and escalate technical issues as needed.
- Collaborate with team members throughout the software development lifecycle and recommend improvements to development processes.
- Follow established architecture standards, coding guidelines, Agile practices, and CI/CD processes.
Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience in the following areas:
- Java: 2+ years of programming experience.
- JavaScript: 2+ years of development experience.
- Angular: 2+ years of experience with Angular frameworks.
- PostgreSQL: 2+ years of experience with relational databases and SQL.
- Linux: 2+ years of experience working in Linux-based environments.
- 5–10 years of overall Java development experience.
- Experience developing RESTful web services and implementing application integration patterns.
- Knowledge of application architecture, design principles, performance optimization, and troubleshooting.
- Experience with the Spring Framework, including Spring Core and Spring MVC; Spring Batch exposure is a plus.
- Familiarity with Maven or Gradle build tools.
- Exposure to NoSQL databases, particularly MarkLogic.
- Experience processing XML and JSON data formats.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated testing.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum development teams and contributing to technical discussions.
- Previous CMS or federal government IT project experience is preferred.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer with strong problem-solving skills, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams. The candidate should be comfortable working on custom application development, discussing technical solutions, identifying potential impacts across the software development lifecycle, and delivering maintainable, high-quality code.