Contract Senior Java Developer: AI/Data Platform Lead

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 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.