Java Developer

Location: Remote (located within the U.S). U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident required.

About the role

We are seeking a Java Mid-Level Developer to support the sustainment, enhancement, and modernization of mission-critical applications supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The successful candidate will contribute across both legacy enterprise platforms and modern application architectures, helping to bridge existing systems with future-state modernization initiatives. The primary focus of this role is enterprise Java application development utilizing legacy technologies while contributing to modernization efforts leveraging Spring Boot, microservices, and API-driven architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise Java applications
• Analyze and resolve complex software defects and production issues
• Support enhancements and sustainment activities for applications utilizing Java, Spring Framework, Struts, JSP, EJB, JMS, WebLogic, Hibernate, Oracle, and related technologies
• Design and implement REST and SOAP-based services and integrations
• Develop and maintain modern backend services utilizing Java 17+, Spring Boot, microservices, JPA/Hibernate, and REST APIs
• Collaborate with architects and senior developers on modernization initiatives
• Develop and optimize SQL queries and database integrations
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers
• Contribute to automated testing, CI/CD processes, and application deployments
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to deliver high-quality software solutions
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–7 years of professional software development experience
• 5+ years Java development experience in microservices architecture on enterprise production solution
• 3+ years of experience with Spring Framework and/or Spring Boot
• 5+ years of experience developing REST APIs and web services
• Experience with Oracle or other relational databases
• Experience using Git-based source control
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Preferred Experience

• WebLogic application server administration or deployment
• Struts, JSP, EJB, JMS, or other enterprise Java technologies
• Docker and containerized applications
• Supporting federal government or VA programs
• Jira and Confluence

Working Conditions

• Standard business hours are Monday through Friday
• Occasional extended or weekend hours may be required based on operational needs
• Must have reliable internet service that allows for effective telecommuting

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $105,000 to $125,000 annually, depending on geographic work location, relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, security clearance, and contract requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Account (when enrolled in eligible plan) with Company contribution
• Company paid Life, Accidental Death, Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Care Insurance
• Voluntary Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Accrued Paid Time Off & Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company match