Applications Development - Sr. Java Developer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.); Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA), is seeking an Applications Development - Sr. Java Developer for a contract assignment with a Healthcare Services client in Jacksonville, FL.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, data, cloud, and AI initiatives, including lead architecture and mentoring teams. The candidate should have 5+ years of professional Java development experience, expertise in Java, Spring, REST, and modern data platforms, and a strong grasp of SDLC and CI/CD practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related work experience.
• 5+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Experience with unit testing and release procedures.
• Proficiency with version control systems (Git, SVN, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, and code IT solutions and document system specifications.
• Lead architecture, provide technical leadership, and mentor developers.
• Design and implement AI/data initiatives across cloud and on‑prem.
• Ensure SDLC best practices, testing, and change management.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

REST APIs

Python

JavaScript

CI/CD

SQL

Git

MongoDB

Snowflake

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Git

SVN

Mercurial

Snowflake

PostgreSQL

Job description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Applications Development - Sr. Java Developer for a contract assignment with one of our premier Healthcare Services clients in Jacksonville, FL.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the development, programming, and coding of Information Technology solutions. Responsible for documenting detailed system specifications, participation in unit testing and maintenance of planned and unplanned internally developed applications, evaluation and performance testing of purchased products. Responsible for including IT Controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, as well as availability of the application and data processed or output by the application. Lead efforts, oversee work results, provide training and serve as a technical resource for other Developers.

• Java, Snowflake, DBT, Mongo, Postgres, Iceberg tables , Dell Boomi etc..
• Snowflake Migration: Guide data migration, services migration, fast-access database migration, and enterprise service integrations
• Build reusable solutions that enhance data access, application scalability, security, governance, and long-term maintainability
• Provide senior-level architecture, hands-on development, and technical leadership across enterprise applications, data, cloud, and AI initiatives. Design and support solutions using Java, Python, Node, React, AI frameworks, Cloudera Data Platform, DB2, and Fast Access Databases.
• Lead the centralized data classification, GW Chat integration, Agentic applications, member longitudinal summary, vulnerability remediation automation, and legacy modernization
• Data Platform Modernization: Deliver deep technical guidance on Cloudera Data Platform ecosystem; support current workloads, modernization planning, and migration readiness
• Design and implement AI solutions using agentic patterns and core AI components
• Design and Develop scalable systems across AWS and on-premises environments
• Actively code and contribute to production AI systems (not purely architectural/design)
• Mentor and guide development teams on AI best practices
• Evaluate and integrate emerging AI technologies and frameworks

Required Skills

• Related Bachelor's degree or related work experience
• 5+ years related work experience, Professional experience with technical design and coding in the IT industry
• Experience with unit testing, release procedures, coding design and documentation protocol as well as change management procedures
• Proficiency using versioning tools: GIT, GNU, RCS, SCCS, CVS, SVN, Mercurial, Monotone, etc
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Flexible team player
• Ability to manage tasks independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• Ability to learn from mistakes and apply constructive feedback to improve performance
• Must demonstrate initiative and effective independent decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and articulately
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• In-depth understanding of the systems development life cycle
• Proficiency programming in more than one object-oriented programming language; JAVA, JavaScript, Python, C#, C++, and PHP
  • Experience with HTML and Frameworks such as; React.Js, Node.JS, and EXPRESS
  • Experience with SOAP, REST web service development
  • May include learning languages such as; Hadoop, Storm, Spark, Kafka, Hive, NFI, Scoop, etc
  • May include database knowledge in; SQL, MySQL, Oracle DB, PostgreSQL, Cassandra, MongoDB, etc
• Proficiency using standard desktop applications such as MS Suite and flowcharting tools such as Visio
• Proficiency using debugging tools; Advanced Debugger, Allinea DDT, AQtime,, ARM, CA/EZTEST, etc
• High critical thinking skills to evaluate alternatives and present solutions that are consistent with business objectives and strategy
• Manipulate data from various sources / formats such as: flat files, relational databases, non-relational databases, XML, JSON, etc.

Preferred Skills

• Hybrid cloud architecture (AWS + on-premises)
• Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• CI/CD pipelines for AI/ML workloads
• Various Domain experience; Health Care, Financial, etc
• Experience using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodology
• Specific tools, languages and specialty skills may vary

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SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

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