Application Developer I

About the role

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking an Application Developer I to support our federal client in Lakewood or Loveland, CO, Phoenix, AZ, Folsom, CA, or Billings, MT. The Application Developer I is an entry-level software development role designed for candidates who are early in their careers, including recent college graduates. This position supports the development, enhancement, maintenance, and modernization of enterprise applications within a Java-based technology environment. The developer works under the guidance of senior technical staff and contributes to application design, coding, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation. This role also supports Agile delivery, database updates, secure development practices, and cloud modernization efforts while building foundational technical and professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of enterprise applications within a Java / SQL / SpringBoot / front-end web application environment.
• Support development of RESTful services and user interfaces that integrate with enterprise applications and databases.
• Perform routine database tasks in Oracle and PostgreSQL, such as updating data structures, reviewing queries, and assisting with performance improvements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic application, interface, and database issues with support from senior developers and technical leads.
• Follow secure coding practices and assist with correcting vulnerabilities identified through testing or security reviews.
• Support implementation and maintenance of authentication and authorization mechanisms in accordance with established security requirements.
• Work with team members, customers, and stakeholders to understand business needs and help translate them into technical solutions.
• Participate in Agile development activities such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Assist with application modernization and cloud migration activities, including code updates, testing, and documentation for AWS environments.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including code comments, development notes, and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in code reviews, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement efforts to improve application quality and team performance.
• Support production and operational activities, including participation in on-call support rotation as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in software or application development, including internships, academic projects, or entry-level professional experience.
• Basic knowledge of Java development and SQL.
• Familiarity with SpringBoot and web application development concepts.
• Exposure to front-end frameworks such as Kendo UI, Angular, React, or similar technologies is preferred.
• Basic understanding of relational databases such as Oracle and PostgreSQL.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle concepts, testing, and debugging techniques.
• Familiarity with Agile development methods is preferred.
• Exposure to secure coding principles and application security concepts is preferred.
• Awareness of cloud platforms such as AWS is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, work collaboratively, and adapt in a team-based technical environment.
• Willingness to participate in on-call support rotation and respond to operational issues as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, coursework, capstone project, or hands-on academic experience in application development.
• Exposure to REST APIs, Git/source control, CI/CD pipelines, or DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with authentication concepts such as OAuth2.
• Interest in enterprise systems, modernization, and cloud technologies.