J2EE ELT Developer

COOLSOFT; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid

In-person interview only

Job summary

COOLSOFT in Raleigh, NC is seeking an AWS/Java ELT Developer for an 11-month contract to modernize data platforms and build cloud-native applications. You will collaborate with DHHS teams to design, implement, and manage AWS-based data pipelines and enterprise data lakes.

Ideal candidates have 8-10 years in software development, strong Java/J2EE, Spring/Hibernate, ETL tooling, and DevOps practices. Role requires hybrid work and in-person interviews. Start date 08/17/2026.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of software development experience.
• Experience modernizing legacy applications and migrating to cloud.
• Proficient with AWS services for building Data Lakes and cloud-native apps.
• Strong Java/J2EE and Spring/Hibernate experience.
• Experience with transactional databases and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and modernization strategies.
• Design, develop and test cloud-native Java-based applications and backend systems.
• Build and maintain ETL pipelines and data models.
• Validate data integrity and implement testing across back-end components.
• Review code, ensure security best practices, and promote clean, reliable code.
• Monitor performance and optimize cost, security, and reliability.

Skills

VPC

ECS

EKS

WAF

Peering

J2EE

Java Spring

ELT

AWS

Tools

Java

Hibernate

Power BI

AWS

ETL Tools

Job description

J2EE ELT Developer

(Jobs in Raleigh, NC)

Requirement id 158870

Job title Developer

Job location in Raleigh, NC

Skills required VPC, ECS, EKS, WAF, Peering, J2EE, Java Spring Architect, ELT

Open Date 11-Aug-2026

Close Date

Job type Contract

Duration 11 Months

Compensation DOE

Status requirement ---

Job interview type ---

Start Date: 08/17/2026

End Date: 07/26/2027

Submission Deadline: 08/17/2026

Client info: NCDHHS-PMO

*Hybrid

*Interview In Person Only

Description:

DHHS-ITD is looking to hire an AWS/Java developer with 8-10 years of software development experience. This role involves close collaboration with the data modernization teams at ITD and DPH to design, implement, and manage AWS solutions that align with their technical requirements and business objectives.

Skill Sets and experience include:

• Experience in modernizing legacy applications, which should include refactoring/migrating in-house legacy applications to the cloud environment.
• Proficient in utilizing AWS services and related components towards building enterprise level Data Lakes.
• Experience in software development with hands-on skills in Java - strong Java, J2EE, Java Spring framework & hibernate technology.
• Experience working with any transactional or RDMS databases
• Experience with DevOps practices and automation tools
• SQL - Writing Complex Queries, understanding Database Relationships, debugging and performance tuning
• ETL tools - Hands-on experience with cloud-based tool
• Understanding data modeling
• Knowledge / experience using any ETL tools, experience with data analytics using Power BI or AWS Quick Sight etc. is plus.
• Must have experience/familiar with Agile/Scrum Framework environments

Job responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements and propose effective modernization strategies
• Design, develop and test Java-based, cloud-native applications and backend systems
• Designing, building, and maintaining ETL pipelines.
• Analyzing data models and business requirements.
• Data Validation: Query the database to verify that data is correctly inserted, updated, and deleted by the application, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Design, Create and Execute Test Cases
• Back-end Testing: Validating back-end logic and data processing that might not be immediately visible through the user interface
• Collaboration: Working closely with developers and business analysts to understand data requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Utilize AWS services within application architecture
• Develop, test, debug and deliver within timeline using best tools and best practices available.
• Participate in code reviews, ensure security best practices, and maintain clean, efficient code.
• Monitor application performance and optimize for cost, security, and reliability.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues and challenges.
• Ensures adherence to standards and best practices
• Work with product manager, business stakeholders, and other team members to refine requirements and deliver solutions

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