Application Developer - Java

Mindbank Consulting Group is seeking experienced Application Developers / Full Stack Developers to support the design, enhancement, and maintenance of enterprise-scale web applications in a complex, data-driven environment. This is a bid and, therefore, these are anticipated opportunities.

· Where? Fort Collins, Colorado, OR Falls Church, Virginia, FULLY ONSITE, 5 DAYS PER WEEK. This is not hybrid; this is not remote; exceptions cannot be made. Mindbank does not provide relocation assistance.

· Who? This is a government contract, and applicants must be either US Citizens or US Permanent Residents . No exceptions.

· How much? Salaries are based on each applicant’s professional experience and skills. Please feel comfortable speaking about your compensation requirements; I will be transparent with you during our conversation.

This role involves developing custom applications, integrating Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable systems that support critical business and decision-making processes.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working across the full software development lifecycle and enjoys translating functional requirements into reliable technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

· Design, develop, integrate, and maintain custom applications and COTS-based solutions

· Enhance existing systems by implementing bug fixes, performance improvements, and new functionality

· Integrate COTS platforms into broader workflows while ensuring a cohesive and intuitive user experience

· Collaborate with engineering, data, reporting, and domain stakeholders to translate requirements into technical designs

· Design and implement secure APIs to support data exchange between internal and external systems

· Perform unit and integration testing, debugging, and defect resolution to ensure system stability and reliability

· Create and maintain technical documentation, including API specifications, architecture notes, and integration guidance

· Ensure solutions comply with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements

· Participate in Agile/Scrum development activities, including sprint planning, code reviews, and continuous improvement efforts

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

· 5+ years of professional experience as a full stack developer in enterprise environments

· Strong proficiency in Java 8+ and modern software development practices

· Experience integrating and extending COTS solutions

· Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies

· Hands-on experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs

· Experience working in cloud-based environments (AWS or comparable platforms)

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Experience with some or all of the following technologies is preferred:

· Languages & Frameworks:
Java (8+), Groovy, JavaScript, Type Script, Node.js, Python, R (including R Shiny), Spring Boot, Grails

· Front-End Technologies:
Angular, React

· Cloud & Dev Ops: AWS, Docker, Jenkins, Terraform, Cloud Formation, AWS Lambda

· Databases & Data Stores: SQL, Postgre

SQL, SQL Server, Neo4j, Redis

· Integration & Middleware: REST APIs / Web Services, Mule Soft

· Platforms & Tools:
Tomcat, Artifactory, CI/CD pipelines, AI-assisted development tools