Junior Java Developer - REST, SpringBoot & Cloud

Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewater Federal Solutions seeks an entry-level Application Developer I to support our federal client across multiple sites including Billings, MT. You will contribute to designing, developing, testing, and maintaining Java-based enterprise applications and interfaces with databases.

The role involves working under guidance from senior staff, supporting RESTful services, security practices, and cloud modernization efforts in AWS environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in software or application development.
• Basic knowledge of Java development and SQL.
• Familiarity with SpringBoot and web application development concepts.
• Exposure to front-end frameworks such as Kendo UI, Angular, React, or similar technologies is preferred.
• Basic understanding of relational databases such as Oracle and PostgreSQL.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle concepts, testing, and debugging techniques.
• Familiarity with Agile development methods is preferred.
• Exposure to secure coding principles and application security concepts is preferred.
• Awareness of cloud platforms such as AWS is preferred.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, work collaboratively, and adapt in a team‑based technical environment.
• Willingness to participate in on‑call support rotation and respond to operational issues as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of enterprise applications within a Java / SQL / SpringBoot / front-end web application environment.
• Support development of RESTful services and user interfaces that integrate with enterprise applications and databases.
• Perform routine database tasks in Oracle and PostgreSQL, such as updating data structures, reviewing queries, and assisting with performance improvements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic application, interface, and database issues with support from senior developers and technical leads.
• Follow secure coding practices and assist with correcting vulnerabilities identified through testing or security reviews.
• Support implementation and maintenance of authentication and authorization mechanisms in accordance with established security requirements.
• Work with team members, customers, and stakeholders to understand business needs and help translate them into technical solutions.
• Participate in Agile development activities such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Assist with application modernization and cloud migration activities, including code updates, testing, and documentation for AWS environments.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including code comments, development notes, and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in code reviews, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement efforts to improve application quality and team performance.
• Support production and operational activities, including participation in on-call support rotation as assigned.

Skills

Java

SQL

SpringBoot

Web development concepts

REST APIs

Agile

AWS awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

Git

CI/CD pipelines

DevOps practices

Job description

Edgewater Federal Solutions seeks an entry-level Application Developer I to support our federal client across multiple sites including Billings, MT. You will contribute to designing, developing, testing, and maintaining Java-based enterprise applications and interfaces with databases.

The role involves working under guidance from senior staff, supporting RESTful services, security practices, and cloud modernization efforts in AWS environments.