Java Developer

Cloud & Things Inc; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Cloud and Things is seeking a Java Developer (Developer Level 3) to support NYS ITS in modernizing the Integrated Eligibility System. You will design and develop scalable enterprise Java applications for Medicaid, SNAP, Public Assistance, and related health and human services programs.

The role requires >7 years of Java/J2EE experience, leadership in development, and experience with IES. Hybrid work in New York, with a W-2 hourly rate of $70-$88 and a 30-month duration.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Java development experience, including Java/J2EE, OOP, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
• 7+ years on complex projects with 2+ years in a Developer leadership role (Level III).
• At least 6 months of experience with an Integrated Eligibility System supporting Health and Human Services programs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and implement complex, high-volume, low-latency Java applications for the IES modernization program.
• Analyze requirements to define technical solutions aligned with program objectives.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, analysts, testers, and stakeholders in Agile delivery.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including design, deployment, maintenance, and Agile/Scrum delivery.
• Troubleshoot complex application and production issues, including performance, memory, and network-related problems.
• Recommend improvements to Java applications and infrastructure to enhance reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Support feature deployments, monitor integration and system stability, and maintain technical and user-support documentation.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and engineering practices to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Java/J2EE

Object-oriented design

SOLID principles

Leadership

Agile/Scrum

Microservices

RESTful APIs

Spring

Tools

Maven

JUnit

Mockito

Gradle

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

Back Java Developer

Other Area(s) New York , New York W-2 hourly Oct 16, 2026

Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things.

*This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience*

Job Title: Java Developer

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)

Duration: 30 months (with potential for extension)

W2 Hourly Rate: $70-$88/hour

Application Deadline: October 22, 2026

Overview

We are seeking a Java Developer (Developer Level 3) to support NYS ITS in modernizing the Integrated Eligibility System (IES). This role designs and develops scalable enterprise Java applications that support the delivery of Medicaid, SNAP, Public Assistance, and other health and human services programs. The developer will collaborate with architects, analysts, testers, and technical leads in an Agile environment to deliver reliable, compliant solutions.

Duties

• Design, develop, test, and implement complex, high-volume, low-latency Java applications for the IES modernization program.
• Analyze existing systems and business requirements to define technical solutions aligned with program objectives.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, business analysts, testers, and stakeholders to define and deliver application features.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including design, deployment, maintenance, and Agile/Scrum delivery.
• Troubleshoot complex application and production issues, including performance, memory, and network-related problems.
• Recommend improvements to Java applications and infrastructure to enhance reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Support feature deployments, monitor integration and system stability, and maintain technical and user-support documentation.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and engineering practices to support continuous improvement.

Mandatory Qualifications

• More than 7 years of experience working on complex projects, including 2 or more years in a Developer leadership role (Level III).
• More than 7 years of Java development experience, including Java/J2EE, object-oriented programming, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
• At least 6 months of experience with an Integrated Eligibility System supporting Health and Human Services programs such as PA, TA, SNAP, HEAP, Fair Hearings, or Child Support.

Desirable Qualifications

• More than 7 years of experience designing, building, and maintaining microservices architectures and RESTful APIs, with relational databases (such as Oracle or PostgreSQL), SQL, and NoSQL databases.
• More than 7 years of experience with testing frameworks such as JUnit and Mockito and build tools such as Maven or Gradle.
• More than 7 years of experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, including Docker and Kubernetes containerization.
• More than 7 years of experience applying DevOps principles and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
• More than 7 years of experience with Spring frameworks (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security) and ORM technologies such as Hibernate or JPA.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure.
• Engagement with high-profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change.
• Professional development through exposure to innovative Agile practices and leadership collaboration.
• A collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning.

Ready to make a difference?

We’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects.

Cloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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