Java Web Developer

Job Summary

Java Web Developer
Salt Lake City, UT

Contract:

$70-$90 per hour

Our client is in search of a Java Web Developer for a 4 month contract that could extend longer. This role is a key contributor on large, complex application development initiatives and requires advanced expertise in Java-based web platforms, modern Agile methodologies, and full lifecycle software development. The ideal candidate can manage multiple development assignments, collaborate closely with business and technical stakeholders, and deliver secure, high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment.

• Participate as a core member of Agile Dev Ops development teams supporting complex, mission‑critical applications
• Collaborate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and other Agile ceremonies
• Analyze functional and technical specifications and provide accurate development estimates
• Design, code, test, debug, and maintain Java‑based web applications and services
• Develop application screens, backend logic, APIs, microservices, and system integrations
• Ensure delivered solutions meet functional, performance, accessibility, data integrity, and security standards
• Prepare test scenarios, test data, and perform pre‑delivery testing
• Support system builds, merges, deployments, and configuration management activities
• Maintain version control and participate in code reviews and development documentation
• Work closely with analysts, architects, DBAs, testers, project managers, and external technical partners
• Assist other developers to meet team goals and delivery timelines
• Troubleshoot issues, resolve technical debt, and support ongoing application maintenance
• Contribute to technical standards, development methodologies, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and development practices

• Minimum 5 years of work experience as a Web Developer on medium to large‑scale, mission‑critical systems or projects
• Advanced experience developing Java‑based web applications using Java 11 & 21, Spring / Spring Boot (2.x & 3.x), Spring JDBC, JPA, RESTful APIs and distributed architecture patterns
• Strong front‑end development experience with HTML, CSS3, SASS, JavaScript, Type Script, Angular, and Progressive Web Applications (PWAs)
• Experience designing and integrating relational databases (Postgres, Informix, and other SQL‑based systems)
• Proficiency with Git or similar version control systems and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum and Dev Ops development environments
• Strong understanding of application security principles and secure coding practices
• Ability to analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into scalable, maintainable solutions
• Experience writing, executing, and validating test cases to ensure quality, performance, accessibility, and data integrity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams

• Experience maintaining and modernizing legacy applications using Java 8, Struts (1 &
  2), Hibernate, jQuery, jQuery Data Tables, Ant, Subversion
• Experience converting design artifacts (e.g., Figma Material Design) into Angular implementations
• Experience developing or supporting microservices and inter‑system integrations
• Familiarity with rapid application development methodologies, including Vibe Coding
• Experience with mobile application development or responsive design
• Experience with Business Intelligence tools and data‑driven applications
• Prior experience supporting systems in regulated or compliance‑driven environments

We champion equality and inclusivity, proudly supporting an Equal Opportunity Employer policy. We welcome applicants regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other status protected by law.