Full Stack Java Developer

Diaconia LLC•Silver Spring, MD

just now•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Full Stack Java Developer / Software Engineer to support the modernization, development, and maintenance of mission-critical federal health agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services applications. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on developer with strong experience in full-stack development, cloud technologies, Agile methodologies, and modern software engineering practices. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing applications in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Strong hands-on experience with: Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, HTML/CSS, SQL, React
Experience developing enterprise applications using: Spring Framework, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, JSON/XML, Microservices Architecture
Hands-on experience with AWS Cloud services.
Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies including: Docker, Kubernetes
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies.
Experience with Open-Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases.
Experience developing mobile applications using: iOS, NativeScript, SQLite, Data Synchronization, Token-based Authentication
Experience with: WebLogic Application Server, HTTP Server, Single Sign-On (SSO), Linux, Git, Jira, SonarQube, AppDynamics
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
Federal Health Agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Public Trust clearance

Nice To Haves

5–7 years of hands-on software development experience with a strong focus on full-stack development.
Strong experience in Python, JavaScript, and React development.
Good understanding of: Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Microservices, Modern Web Application Architecture, Mobile Application Development, Agile and DevOps methodologies
Experience with Oracle 12c/19c and Exadata preferred.
Experience with Low Code/No Code platforms is a plus.
Strong troubleshooting, debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience working directly with customers and stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical solutions.

Responsibilities

Participate as a core member of an Agile development team across all phases of the software development lifecycle including planning, analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
Collaborate with technical leads in architecture design, coding, code reviews, code inspections, and testing activities throughout the lifecycle of large-scale application modernization initiatives.
Coordinate closely with developers, architects, analysts, and QA teams to ensure accurate implementation of system specifications and seamless integration with enterprise systems.
Design, develop, enhance, and maintain scalable full-stack applications using modern technologies and frameworks.
Work with complex datasets and leverage current technologies for data analysis, processing, integration, reporting, and visualization.
Collaborate with Business Analysts, project leads, and testing teams to create technical documentation and customer deliverables.
Develop implementation estimates based on complexity, level of effort, and technical requirements.
Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and industry best practices; proactively recommend innovative solutions and improvements.
Ensure compliance with CMMI Level 3 standards and project-level development processes to improve quality, efficiency, and consistency of deliverables.
Support DevOps and CI/CD initiatives, including automated builds, testing, deployments, and monitoring.
Troubleshoot and resolve application defects, performance issues, and production incidents.
Guide, mentor, and support junior software engineers and development team members.
Participate in technical discussions, sprint ceremonies, and stakeholder meetings as required.