Develop and enhance Java applications, web services, APIs, and legacy-system replacements for public and internal users. Build Java web applications using frameworks such as EJB and JSF, integrate PostgreSQL databases, implement authentication, support AWS CI/CD pipelines, and apply data security and accessibility standards. Analyze requirements, define application functionality, collaborate with technical teams, and evaluate technologies for continuous improvement. The role is fully remote with optional onsite work.
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- Send your resume to [email protected]
- 100% Remote (Salt Lake City, Utah)
Job Description:
We are seeking a full-time senior Java developer (IT Analyst) to develop Java applications and web services. The assignment is expected to run from December 1, 2026, through December 1, 2027, with the possibility of extension depending on funding and project requirements. This position will work with a team of application developers, engineers, and subject matter experts on the creation of new applications and the replacement of legacy applications that serve both the public and internal staff. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. The candidate will work remotely, must be able to work independently and manage time effectively, and has the option to come on-site as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop Java applications and web services, including new applications and replacements for legacy applications that serve both public and internal users.
- Update existing Java web applications to maintain current functionality and provide new enhancements per user requirements.
- Build web applications using Java web frameworks, with preference given to EJB and JSF.
- Develop web applications and APIs that use PostgreSQL to store and query data.
- Implement authentication for external users and systems using standards such as OAuth2 or OpenAM.
- Work toward continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines in Amazon Web Services.
- Ensure agency data security standards are met and approved data encryption techniques are used.
- Analyze user requirements to define business objectives, implement them in an application, and envision system features and functionality.
- Collaborate with application developers, engineers, and subject matter experts to deliver project requirements.
- Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies and presenting them for architectural review.
Required Technical Skills:
- 15 years of experience with Java Core, Java EE (JEE), the Java Persistence API (JPA), and the Java Persistence Query Language (JPQL).
- 5 years of experience with Java Server Faces (JSF) / PrimeFaces.
- 10 years of experience with PostgreSQL SQL and PL/pgSQL.
- 5 years of experience understanding development processes in Cloud / Amazon Web Services.
- 5 years of experience with Java RESTful web services.
- Knowledge and application of WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) compatibility.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with EMSA and ability to fit with the DPHIP team (evaluated under the scoring criteria above).
- Experience with Maven, GitHub, and Agile development.
- Experience with JUnit, Arquillian, or a similar testing framework.
- Java automated testing with Selenium, and application load testing with Apache JMeter or similar.
- Experience with JIRA and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
- Experience with database schema design.
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