Job Title: Java Developer

Company Name: Big Corporations

Job Url: https://www.simplyhired.com/job/JacuS58_9ebM9xeIsNPmYgnUyeLafCZ8FryxGoEbqg7a5KjoEQIw9Q

Job Description: Java with WebSphere SME and Active Public Trust
Big Corporations
Remote

Job Details
Part-time | Full-time | Contract
$75 - $90 an hour
Qualifications
Spring Boot
Version control
Performance tuning
Gradle
Ant
Node.js
CSS
Requirements specification
Bootstrap
Ansible
Data migration
XML
Full-stack development
WebSphere
DB2
Tomcat
Implementing cloud migration projects
Regulatory compliance
AWS Certification
Selenium
Application deployment
Scalable systems
TLS
JavaScript frameworks
Java
JSF
Automating deployment processes
SOAP
SQL
Information security compliance
Technical solutions implementation
AWS
Analysis skills
Docker
Bachelor's degree
Implementing web services
Application design
Mainframe
Terraform
YAML
JPA
LDAP
Prototype creation
JSP
Software documentation
Scalability
Software testing
Web applications
Agile software development
Systems & applications support
JSON
Productivity software
Analysis (software development lifecycle)
Senior level
4 years
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Leadership
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner – Foundational
Prototypes
GitLab
Communication skills
Project stakeholder communication
Data manipulation
Python
Spring Framework
Stakeholder relationship building
Stakeholder management
AWS CloudFormation
Full Job Description
ONLY US CITIZENS with Active Public Trust Clearance

FULLY REMOTE

Java Developers are key members of the Public Sector Program Management team, responsible for delivering mission-aligned solutions with a strong focus on technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder satisfaction. They are expected to stay current with applicable public sector standards, policies, and best practices to consistently deliver high-quality, well-architected solutions that address the diverse needs of government and public sector organizations.

A Glimpse into the Daily Routine of an Java Developer

Design and develop scalable web applications while leading the refactoring and migration of legacy systems to AWS cloud. Provide technical support, collaborate closely with product owners to translate requirements into solutions, and participate in architectural planning. Be available during core customer hours, support in-person collaboration which is essential to ensure effective communication and teamwork. Lead development or refactoring of Java based web applications, utilize modern frameworks, maintain thorough documentation, manage code in GitLab, and follow Agile methodologies. Provide technical support and consultation for projects and processes. Your expertise will be critical in driving both application development and successful cloud migration initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business and functional requirements for application development, refactoring, and modernization, feature enrichment and enhancements, and migrations
WebSphere expertise, including:
Design, install, and configure IBM WebSphere ND Clusters
Build and manage multi-node clusters, deployment managers, and security standards
Deploy and tune WebSphere JVM settings, thread pools, and connection pools
Configure and ensure that WebSphere environments are secure and compliant
Comfortable working with custom security registries, LTPA, and SSL/TLS, and LDAP
Familiarity with WebSphere migrations
Hands-on experience with:
Java/J2EE web development, JPA
JavaScript Frameworks (React, JS Promise, jQuery, Angular)
Spring and Spring Boot development
Web services development - SOAP and REST Services
GitLab, CI/CD Pipelines
AWS Cloud, Cloud Migrations, Python, YAML
Knowledge of front-end development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, AJAX
Experience working with databases
PostgreSQL, SQL, DB2, and Oracle databases including SQL data read and manipulation
Ability to create, store, and use structured and unstructured data
Work closely with the client and stakeholders to solicitate and analyze requirements, offer design options, build and present prototypes, incorporate review feedback, develop, test, manage GIT CI/CD, participate in the deployment and post-production activities
Understanding of Git and branching
Assist in the development of project documentation, including requirements documentation, functional specifications, process flows, and user guides
Provide expert guidance and support to project teams during the application development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to project timelines and deliverables
Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, actively engaging and communicating to ensure alignment and successful delivery of application development projects
Qualifications

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field AND
Minimum Experience: 8 years of experience, including 4 years in specialized software design roles OR
Substitution/Alternative to Minimum Education and Experience: Must have at least 10 years of on-the-job experience
Available during customer working hours, as needed—for scheduled and impromptu support
Be able to work remotely but, be able to go on-site as requested and/or occasionally on-site in Washington DC
Must be a US Citizen
8+ years of experience in Java J2EE application development with deployment and support on IBM WebSphere Application Server, including design, coding, integration, and performance optimization
8+ years of experience with Restful Web services, Node.js, Application.js, XML, and JSON
8+ years of experience with React or other JavaScript Frameworks (JS Promise, jQuery, Angular)
4+ years of experience of AWS cloud, including core services and infrastructure components
Demonstrated expertise in successfully migrating applications to the cloud
Strong knowledge of cloud management tools and services
Experience with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
Demonstrable knowledge of SDLC methodologies like Agile / Scrum
Quick-learner and operating with minimum supervision in a changing environment
Experienced in drafting comprehensive documents using Microsoft Office suite
Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate and engage stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to translate requirements into technical specifications
Hardworking and self-motivated, with the ability to work in team and individual settings
Detail-oriented and able to stand behind the quality of the work
Able to properly understand and communicate level of effort, define due dates, and meet deadlines
Ability to work Eastern Standard Time Zone schedule
Nice-to-Have Skills and Experience

Active Clearance or Public Trust (DOJ Preferred)
Experience with Mainframes to AWS Cloud migration
Experience with Java 1.8, Icefaces JSF (Java Server Faces) framework, DB2 mainframe, GlassFish application server
Hands-on experience leading large-scale migrations of on-premises systems to the cloud
AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect)
Cloud cost optimization expertise
Deep understanding of networking, security, and cloud best practices
Knowledge or history working with ANT (Another Neat Tool) or Gradle
Experience working with Selenium or another front-end testing framework
Experience working with Containers and setting up development pipelines
Proficiency in database analysis, mapping, and design
Stay updated with emerging AWS cloud technologies, public sector regulations, industry trends, and best practices related to application migrations
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $75.00 - $90.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote