Java Developer, Associate; Part Time - Regular

Job Title: Java Developer, Associate (Part Time
- Regular)

Location: Rockville, MD

Work Type: Hybrid Work (1 day onsite minimum – no exceptions)

Position: Part Time (20 hours per week)

Sponsorship: No sponsorship assistance is available for this position now or in the future.

Clearance: Ability to Obtain Public Trust

LCG is seeking a Java Developer, Associate (Part Time
- Regular) to support NIH by designing, developing, testing, and maintaining secure, scalable enterprise applications that support mission‑critical business operations. This role focuses on modernizing legacy applications, developing new Java-based services, and supporting enterprise software solutions using Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and modern Dev Sec Ops  practices.

The developer will work within the Client's Agile/SAFe delivery framework, collaborating closely with Enterprise Architecture, Dev Sec Ops , IT Security, QA, Database Administrators, Business Analysts, and Product Owners to ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, cybersecurity requirements (including RMF and Section 508 where applicable), and operational readiness standards.

Responsibilities span the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, architecture support, application development, integration, testing, deployment, production support, hyper‑care, and transition to operations within a regulated federal environment.

Java Application Development and Modernization

• Design, develop, test, maintain, and enhance Java-based enterprise applications supporting NIH business operations.
• Develop scalable backend services using Java 11+ (or higher), Spring Boot, and modern software engineering practices.
• Modernize legacy applications by migrating business functionality into maintainable Java architectures.
• Participate throughout the SDLC including analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, production support, and continuous improvement.
• Develop reusable application components and shared libraries to improve maintainability and reduce technical debt.

Architecture, Design, and Enterprise Alignment

• Participate in application architecture discussions and contribute to technical solution designs aligned with enterprise standards.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture, Database Administrators, Dev Sec Ops , and IT Security teams to ensure solutions meet security, scalability, and performance requirements.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications, user stories, and implementation plans.
• Support technical design documentation and architecture artifacts throughout project delivery.

API Development, Data Integration, and Backend Services

• Design and develop RESTful APIs and backend services supporting enterprise applications.
• Integrate Java applications with databases, cloud services, third‑party platforms, and internal enterprise systems.
• Develop efficient SQL queries, stored procedures, and data access layers using JPA/Hibernate.
• Support secure authentication and authorization mechanisms for enterprise applications.

Dev Sec Ops , CI/CD, and Configuration Management

• Support automated CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git Hub Actions, Git Lab CI, or similar Dev Ops platforms.
• Utilize Git for source code management, branching strategies, code reviews, and release management.
• Follow enterprise configuration management, change management, and release governance processes.
• Collaborate with Dev Ops engineers to automate deployments and improve software delivery efficiency.

Testing, Quality Assurance, and Documentation

• Develop unit tests, integration tests, and participate in regression and performance testing activities.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and defect resolution throughout release cycles.
• Participate in peer code reviews to maintain coding standards and software quality.
• Maintain technical documentation, design documentation, API documentation, and operational support guides.
• Support knowledge transfer and documentation for production support teams.

Cybersecurity Compliance and Secure Development

• Develop applications following secure coding practices and federal cybersecurity…