Java Software Developer - Remote (WFH)

Cognitive Medical Systems; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognitive Medical Systems is seeking a mid-level Java Software Developer to join the CMS Drug Data Processing System and Payment Reconciliation System teams. The role focuses on building features, fixing defects, and delivering work through Agile processes.

The position supports remote work and requires employment in designated states (VA, DC, MD, TN, FL, AZ, CO, OR, TX). A background in AI-assisted development tools and AWS is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• 4+ years of Java application development experience.
• Solid Java development skills with production feature delivery.
• Experience with Python scripting for application support.
• Familiarity with AWS services (EC2, Lambda, S3, SQS).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and source control (GitHub, Jenkins, JFrog).
• Ability to pass CMS and internal background checks for public trust.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain DDPS/PRS features including invoice, dispute, and reconciliation functions.
• Fix defects and deliver reusable software components and database enhancements.
• Deliver code through CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, Jenkins/CloudBees, JFrog Artifactory/XRay, SonarQube, Snyk).
• Write and maintain unit tests using Pytest/Unit Test; maintain automated test coverage.
• Participate in sprint ceremonies: Planning, Daily Scrums, Reviews, Retrospectives.
• Maintain source code and documentation per CMS standards.

Skills

Java

Python

AWS

CI/CD

GitHub

Jenkins

JFrog

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Java

Python

AWS

Jenkins

GitHub

JFrog Artifactory

Snyk

Job description

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Full-Time US

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually

About Cognitive:

Cognitive is an IT and software engineering services company dedicated to elevating the quality, speed and delivery of today’s US government healthcare programs. With a wealth of clinical expertise and hands‑on experience, our team understands the significant challenges our government clients—and their customers—face every day. This real‑world experience equips us to develop IT solutions that seamlessly connect all facets of healthcare delivery. At Cognitive, we’re guiding government agencies to the forefront of technology innovation in healthcare delivery.

Position Overview:

*This position is contingent upon contract award*

The Java Software Developer is a mid-level application developer on the CMS Drug Data Processing System (DDPS) and Payment Reconciliation System (PRS) development team, responsible for building application features, correcting defects, and contributing to sprint delivery under the direction of the Dev Team Lead and Senior Developer. This individual develops software enhancements for the application through the Agile delivery pipeline.

This is a remote position; however, Cognitive hires only in the following designated U.S. states based on contract and business requirements: VA, DC, MD, TN, FL, AZ, CO, OR, and TX.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain application features for DDPS/PRS including MDP invoice/dispute/reconciliation functions, CGDP legacy support, and GLP-1 drug program enhancements.
• Correct software defects; develop reusable software components and database enhancements..
• Deliver code through the CMS CI/CD pipeline: GitHub, Jenkins/CloudBees, JFrog Artifactory/XRay, SonarQube, and Snyk.
• Write and maintain unit tests using Pytest/Unit Test and DBFit/FitNesse; maintain80 percent or greater automated unit test coverage for all new code).
• Participate in sprint ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrums, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Maintain source code and application documentation in accordance with CMS standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Scienceor related field; 4 or more years in Java application development.
• Solid Java development skills with demonstrated delivery of production application features.
• Working knowledge of Python for scripting and application support.
• Experience with Agentic AI or AI-assisted development tools for improving developer productivity, code quality, and sprit velocity.
• Familiarity with AWS services: EC2, Lambda, S3, SQS.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and source control: GitHub, Jenkins, JFrog.
• Understanding of unit testing frameworks and the importance of automated test coverage.
• Ability to pass CMS and internal required background checks for public trust.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization making a difference in healthcare IT.
• Collaborate with innovative and passionate professionals that are there to support you at every turn
• Enjoy a supportive work/life balance with the flexibility of a 100% remote company.
• Benefit from opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic environment.