Senior Java Application Developer (PostgreSQL, JEE, JPA & RESTful Web Services)

Rose International; Salt Lake City (UT); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Rose International is seeking a full-time senior Java developer (IT Analyst) to design and build Java applications and web services for the Division of Population Health Informatics Program. The assignment runs from December 1, 2026 through December 1, 2027, with potential extension based on funding and project needs.

You will collaborate with engineers and SMEs to replace legacy systems and deliver new capabilities.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience with Java Core, Java EE (JEE), JPA, and JPQL.
• 5 years of experience with Java Server Faces (JSF) / PrimeFaces.
• 10 years of experience with PostgreSQL SQL and PL/pgSQL.
• 5 years of experience in Cloud / AWS.
• 5 years of experience with Java RESTful web services.
• Knowledge of WCAG compatibility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop Java applications and web services, including replacements for legacy apps.
• Update existing Java web applications to maintain functionality and add enhancements.
• Build web applications using Java web frameworks, preferring EJB and JSF.
• Develop web applications and APIs using PostgreSQL for data storage and queries.
• Implement authentication for external users using OAuth2 or OpenAM.
• Aim for CI/CD pipelines in AWS.

Skills

Java Core/EE/JPA/JPQL

JSF/PrimeFaces

PostgreSQL/PLpgSQL

Cloud/AWS

RESTful web services

WCAG knowledge

Communication

Tools

Maven

GitHub

JUnit/Arquillian

Selenium/JMeter

JIRA/CI-CD

Job description

• 15 years of experience with Java Core, Java EE (JEE), the Java Persistence API (JPA), and the Java Persistence Query Language (JPQL).
• 5 years of experience with Java Server Faces (JSF) / PrimeFaces.
• 10 years of experience with PostgreSQL SQL and PL/pgSQL.
• 5 years of experience understanding development processes in Cloud / Amazon Web Services.
• 5 years of experience with Java RESTful web services.
• Knowledge and application of WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) compatibility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

• 15 years of experience with Java Core, Java EE (JEE), the Java Persistence API (JPA), and the Java Persistence Query Language (JPQL).
• 5 years of experience with Java Server Faces (JSF) / PrimeFaces.
• 10 years of experience with PostgreSQL SQL and PL/pgSQL.
• 5 years of experience understanding development processes in Cloud / Amazon Web Services.
• 5 years of experience with Java RESTful web services.
• Knowledge and application of WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) compatibility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Required Skills

• 15 years of experience with Java Core, Java EE (JEE), the Java Persistence API (JPA), and the Java Persistence Query Language (JPQL).
• 5 years of experience with Java Server Faces (JSF) / PrimeFaces.
• 10 years of experience with PostgreSQL SQL and PL/pgSQL.
• 5 years of experience understanding development processes in Cloud / Amazon Web Services.
• 5 years of experience with Java RESTful web services.
• Knowledge and application of WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) compatibility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work independent and manage time effectively.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with EMSA and ability to fit with the DPHIP team (evaluated under the scoring criteria above).
• Experience with Maven, GitHub, and Agile development.
• Experience with JUnit, Arquillian, or a similar testing framework.
• Java automated testing with Selenium, and application load testing with Apache JMeter or similar.
• Experience with JIRA and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
• Experience with database schema design.

About the Job: The CLIENT, Division of Population Health Informatics Program, is seeking a full-time senior Java developer (IT Analyst) to develop Java applications and web services. The assignment is expected to run from December 1, 2026 through December 1, 2027, with the possibility of extension depending on funding and project requirements. This position will work with a team of application developers, engineers, and subject matter experts on the creation of new applications and the replacement of legacy applications that serve both the public and internal staff. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop Java applications and web services, including new applications and replacements for legacy applications that serve both public and internal users.
• Update existing Java web applications to maintain current functionality and provide new enhancements per user requirements.
• Build web applications using Java web frameworks, with preference given to EJB and JSF.
• Develop web applications and APIs that use PostgreSQL to store and query data.
• Implement authentication for external users and systems using standards such as OAuth2 or OpenAM.
• Work toward continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines in Amazon Web Services.
• Ensure agency data security standards are met and approved data encryption techniques are used.
• Analyze user requirements to define business objectives, implement them in an application, and envision system features and functionality.
• Collaborate with application developers, engineers, and subject matter experts to deliver project requirements.
• Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies and presenting them for architectural review.

Score Criteria

• Cost - 20%
• Fit with DPHIP team and experience with EMSA - 10%
• Expertise in Java software development - 70%
• Total - 100%

***The candidate will work remotely, must be able to work independently and manage time effectively, and has the option to come on-site as needed***

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**

About Rose

• Founded in 1993
• Office Locations Across the U.S.
• 150+ Clients: Corporations and Government Agencies
• Employee Oriented Company
• Challenging Assignments Across the U.S.
• Continuous Professional Development

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