Lead​/L3 Java Developer; Enterprise Modernization

Lead / L3 Java Developer (Enterprise Modernization) IES PRD 542

Looking to make a real-world impact with your code? We are hiring an experienced L3 Java Developer for a long-term, large-scale public sector modernization project! Help build robust, high-volume applications that streamline critical health and human services programs used by millions.

Location: Albany, NY (Hybrid)

Duration: 27 Months (Long-Term Contract)

As a Senior/Lead Java Developer, you will work across agile, cross-functional teams to design, build, and deploy high-performance microservices and enterprise application features. You will work on both back-end and front-end architectures while ensuring high-quality, scalable code.

• Architect & Implement:
  Design high-volume, low-latency Java applications using Spring Boot and microservices.
• Full SDLC Engagement:
  Participate in all stages of development from technical analysis through deployment and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot & Optimize:
  Diagnose complex production issues (e.g., memory leaks, network failures) and recommend system performance upgrades.
• Collaborate:
  Work alongside architects, product managers, business analysts, and QA teams to translate business needs into scalable technology solutions.
• Dev Ops & Infrastructure:
  Partner with teams on CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud deployment monitoring.

• 7+ Years of overall software development experience, including 2+ years in a technical leadership role.
• 7+ Years of deep experience with Java/J2EE, OOP design patterns, and SOLID principles.
• 7+ Years using core frameworks:
  Spring (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security) and ORM (Hibernate or JPA).

• Microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), plus containerization with Docker & Kubernetes.
• CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Maven/Gradle) and unit testing (JUnit, Mockito).
• Relational databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL) and No
  
  SQL platforms.
• Public Sector / Government Systems Experience (Health & Human Services, Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, or Integrated Eligibility Systems preferred).

Skills:

database,java,design,spring,spring boot,cloud,ci/cd,microservices,enterprise,modernization