Lead Java Developer

Experis Technology Group; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis Technology Group seeks an experienced Lead Java Developer to modernize a high-impact state program in Albany. You will design and deliver scalable Java applications within an Agile team, collaborating with architects, testers and business analysts to ensure compliant, high-quality code.

The role emphasizes front-to-back development, microservices, REST APIs and cloud-enabled deployment. Strong problem solving, communication and leadership are essential as you guide junior developers and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Java development experience.
• Experience with Java/J2EE, OOP, design patterns and SOLID.
• Strong Spring framework experience (Boot, MVC, Security).
• Microservices and RESTful API design and development.
• Experience with JUnit/Mockito and Maven/Gradle.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement high-volume, low-latency Java applications.
• Analyze systems and determine technical requirements to meet goals.
• Collaborate with product managers to define objectives and features.
• Participate in all SDLC stages from analysis to deployment.
• Resolve production issues including memory leaks and network failures.
• Suggest upgrades to improve performance and longevity of Java infra.
• Collaborate on deploying new features and ensuring system stability.
• Create and maintain technical and user support docs.
• Stay updated on emerging tech and best practices.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

REST APIs

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL/NoSQL

Cloud platforms

Agile/Scrum

Tools

Hibernate/JPA

Maven

Gradle

Spring Security

Job description

Lead Java Developer

Designated Work Location: Pearl St, 4th Floor, Albany, New York, 12203
Anticipated Duration of the Engagement: 27 months.
Rate 85.00 Corp or 75.00 W/2 hourly with benefits.
Sub-vendor can only submit their employees and must be approved vendor.

Background: The New York State Integrated Eligibility System (IES) Program is seeking a skilled and collaborative Java Developer to support the modernization of the New York State Integrated Eligibility System (IES). This individual will work on cross-functional teams to develop robust and scalable applications that improve the delivery of critical health and human services program such as Medicaid, SNAP, Public Assistance and Child Support. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, developing, and deploying robust, scalable, and high-performance Java applications for enterprise-level systems. The individual must thrive in Agile/Scrum environments and can contribute to both front-end and back-end application development and strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. The Java Developer will work under the guidance of senior technical leads and collaborate with architect, testers and business analyst to implements high-quality code that meets project requirements and adheres to state and federal compliance standards. The work will directly impact the functionality and user experience of a system used by millions of New Yorkers. The mission of IES is to enhance the well-being of New Yorkers by transforming health and human service delivery through coordinated business practices, modernized technology, and strategic partnerships. Specifically, IES will improve and simplify the eligibility determination and delivery of health and human services to NYS residents in areas such as: Medicaid, SNAP, Public Assistance, HEAP, Child Care and Fair Hearings.

Mandatory Qualifications

• 2 or more years in a leadership role as a Developer.
• Level III- More than seven (7) years of experience working on complex projects.
• More than 7 years of experience as a Java developer including experience in Java/J2EE and object-oriented programming (OOP) principles, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
• More than 7 years of experience with popular frameworks, particularly Spring (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security) and ORM technologies like Hibernate or JPA.
• More than 7 years of proven experience designing, building, and maintaining microservices architectures and RESTful APIs.
• More than 7 years of experience with testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito) and proficiency with build tools like Maven or Gradle.
• More than 7 years of experience with major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, including an understanding of containerization with Docker and Kubernetes.
• More than 7 years of experience with DevOps principles and experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
• 2+ years of experience working in a federal or state government setting (Health and Human Services, especially in Integrated Eligibility System programs such as PA, TA, SNAP, HEAP, Fair Hearings, Child Support, etc. preferred).
• More than 7 years of experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL) and SQL, as well as experience with NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design, development, and implement complex, high-volume, and low-latency Java applications.
• Develop software solutions by analyzing current systems, determining technical requirements, and ensuring designs conform to business goals.
• Collaborate with product managers and other stakeholders to define application objectives, features, and functionality.
• Contribute to all stages of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from initial analysis to deployment and maintenance.
• Identify and resolve immediate and potential technical issues, including complex production problems like memory leaks and network failures.
• Recommend upgrades and changes to existing Java infrastructure to improve functionality, performance, and system longevity.
• Collaborate the deployment of new features and monitor for successful integration, ensuring system stability.
• Assist in creating and maintaining detailed technical and user support documentation.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and introduce innovations where applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.