Enterprise Full-Stack Java Developer | React & Microservices

Florida Blue (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida); Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and glob

Retirement Savings Plan with employer

Paid time off & holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Florida Blue is seeking a Full Stack Java Developer in Jacksonville to build scalable, enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and React. You will work across the stack, integrating APIs, optimizing data access with SQL, and contributing to CI/CD pipelines.

The role emphasizes strong SQL skills, multi-language OO programming, and adherence to SDLC practices. Attractive benefits and compensation accompany a mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years related work experience in IT development/programming/coding professional work experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience and understanding with unit testing, release procedures, coding design and documentation protocol as well as change management procedures
• Proficiency using versioning and debugging tools
• Thorough knowledge of Information Technology fields and computer systems
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated database and SQL skills
• 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
• Proficiency using standard desktop applications such as MS Suite and flowcharting tools such as Visio
• Strong critical thinking skills to evaluate alternatives and present solutions that are consistent with business objectives and strategy

Responsibilities

• Write code for intermediate level system designs. Write programs that span platforms. Code and/or create Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).
• Write code for enhancing existing programs or developing new programs.
• Review code developed by other Associate and IT Developers.
• Provide input to and drive programming standards.
• Write detailed technical specifications for subsystems. Identify integration points.
• Report missing elements found in system and functional requirements and explain impacts on subsystem to team members.
• Perform unit testing and debugging. Set test conditions based upon code specifications. Seeks review by more senior or Advanced IT Developers.
• “Scope” time, resources, etc., required to complete programming projects. Seek review from other IT Developers, Business Analysts, Systems Analysts or Project Managers on estimates.
• Perform unit testing and debugging. Set test conditions based upon code specifications. May need assistance from other IT Developers and team members to debug more complex errors.
• Supports transition of application throughout the Product Development life cycle. Document what has to be migrated. May require more coordination points for subsystems.
• Researches vendor products / alternatives. Assists with vendor product gap analysis / comparison.
• Accountable for including IT Controls and following standard corporate practices to protect the confidentiality, integrity, as well as availability of the application and data processed or output by the application.
• Ensure all SDLC guidelines are adhered to as defined by the SDLC Office to support audit compliance.

Skills

IT development experience

Version control

SQL

Independent work

Continuous learning

Clear communication

SDLC

OOP languages

MS Office / Visio

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

React

AWS

CI/CD

APIs

Job description

Florida Blue is seeking a Full Stack Java Developer in Jacksonville to build scalable, enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and React. You will work across the stack, integrating APIs, optimizing data access with SQL, and contributing to CI/CD pipelines.

The role emphasizes strong SQL skills, multi-language OO programming, and adherence to SDLC practices. Attractive benefits and compensation accompany a mission-driven team.