Developer III ONLY W2

United Global Technologies; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

United Global Technologies is looking for an experienced application developer in Columbia, South Carolina. The role entails analyzing systems specifications, designing and maintaining applications, and ensuring delivery on time and within budget. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and have a minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience.

The position requires strong skills in Vue.js, Java, and REST APIs. The work environment is customer-focused with partial onsite requirements (3 days a week). Candidates must be able to work effectively under pressure and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• 4 years of application development or systems testing experience required.
• Strong knowledge of relevant operating systems, programming languages, and development tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new features and requirements.
• Enhance and maintain existing codebases.
• Design and execute unit tests.

Skills

Applications/Development

Strong analysis and problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Teamwork and interpersonal skills

Project management concepts

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

4 years of job-related experience

Tools

Vue.js

Java

REST APIs

HTML/CSS

OpenShift Container Platform

Job description

ONLY W2 no subcontracting no Sponsorship

Description

• Perform all phases of application systems analysis and design. Analyze systems specifications and develop applications to support information systems processes. Prepare detailed specifications from which complex programs will be written. Design, code, test, debug, document and maintain these programs. Formulate scope and objectives through research to develop or modify complex systems.
• Ensure team members understand the business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions, organizational standards are maintained, and applications are delivered according to project timeliness. Provide expert system knowledge, perform research, attend meetings, and review documents.
• Maintain and modify programs according to specifications. Code, compile, and implement application software that is delivered on time and within budget. Evaluate basic interrelationships in immediate programming area to determine how changes in one program will affect another related area.
• Test modified programs, create necessary test files and data, verify logic, debug, and write relevant documentation.
• Analyze production systems, recommend systems enhancements, provide instruction to production support team. Research customer issues and determine appropriate resolutions. Coordinate implementation of modifications or enhancements.
• Analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems. Develop functional design and technical specifications, concept diagrams, and workflow diagrams and related procedures to process data using appropriate systems environment/platform. Document programs/procedures.

Skills

• Strong understanding of applications/development, quality assurance and integration methodologies, concepts and facilities in a mainframe, midrange, and/or PC/LAN environment.
• Strong analysis, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates logical abstract thinking and assimilating/adhering to project goals and deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Able to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
• Strong knowledge of interpersonal skills/team building.
• Familiar with project management concepts.
• Pays attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors, etc.

Minimum Required Software and Other Tools: Strong knowledge of relevant operating systems, programming languages, and development tools and their usage in the company.

Work Environment

Customer‑focused, project‑oriented programming environment. Fast‑paced, multi‑platformed environment that may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

Education & Experience

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other job‑related degree. Degree equivalency: 4 years of job‑related work experience or 2 years of job‑related experience plus an associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other job‑related degree.

Minimum Required Work Experience: 4 years of application development, systems testing, or other job‑related experience.

Schedule & Logistics

Schedule Notes: Information Systems Job Category – Credit Check must be processed during pre‑screens. NO SUBCONTRACTORS MAY BE SUBMITTED.

Contract No C2 – No sponsored candidates now or in the future.

Partial Onsite: Onsite 3 days a week, Tues‑Thursday. Remote Monday and Friday – and as needed / open to remote as far as TX.

Interviews: 2 interviews – one screening and one panel (team interview if not local).

Team: Commercial Web – 15 members, including two team leads, two system designers, and ten developers spanning a range of experience levels. Responsible for ongoing maintenance and enhancement of member self‑service portals, including the Toolkit mobile application. Recently completed a major technical rewrite of the web portal, modernizing the platform and aligning it with current technology stacks. Continuously deliver new features and enhancements to improve user experience and functionality.

Required Technologies

• Vue.js
• Java
• REST APIs
• HTML/CSS

Nice to Have

• OpenShift Container Platform
• Quarkus‑based services
• Adobe Experience Manager
• CI/CD Pipeline

NOT Looking For

HOST experience such as COBOL.

Day to Day Activities

• Develop and implement new features and requirements.
• Enhance and maintain existing codebases.
• Design and execute unit tests.
• Validate and verify code changes.
• Troubleshoot and debug production issues.
• Manage source code, builds, deployments, and releases across environments.

Soft Skills

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, the ability to adapt and effectively manage multiple concurrent work requests, and a proactive, self‑motivated approach to learning and performance. This role requires a collaborative team player who can also exhibit leadership qualities, take ownership of initiatives, and contribute positively to both team and organizational success.