Position: Java Developer (Ref: 18616)
Location: Salem, OR USA, 97302
Salary: DOE
Duration: 1 Years 0 Months 13 Days – Contract
Openings: 1
Deadline: 08/25/2026
Description:
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Java / J2EE Developer to support the operations, maintenance, enhancement, and performance refactoring of a large-scale, web-based state health and human services management application.
The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional Scrum teams, technical architects, and product owners to resolve complex defects, implement application enhancements, optimize database performance, and ensure smooth knowledge transfer to internal staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver software code modifications, bug fixes, and system enhancements using Java/J2EE and IBM DB2.
- Translate functional business requirements into technical design documents, system dependencies, and solution options.
- Participate in daily Agile Scrum ceremonies, 2-week sprint planning, review sessions, and regular functional prototype demonstrations.
- Perform application refactoring, user interface improvements, and data/reporting optimizations.
- Follow established enterprise SDLC, design standards, naming conventions, and issue-tracking workflows in Azure DevOps (ADOS).
- Provide comprehensive technical documentation covering database changes, batch programs, application modules, and interface updates.
- Transition knowledge and system concepts to internal team members for long-term operational support.
Requirements & Work Logistics
- Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States (no offshoring permitted).
- Remote Setup: Must provide own equipment (computer, monitor, reliable high-speed internet, phone, webcam) capable of connecting securely via VPN.
- (US-based only; candidate must be able to work Pacific Standard Time hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST)
- Onboarding: Requires completion of a comprehensive background check prior to start.
Required / Desired Skills
- Java Required – 10 Years
- J2EE Required – 10 Years
- IBM DB2 UDB Required – 10 Years
- Eclipse IDE Required – 10 Years
- State Government / Public Sector Systems Required – 3 Years
- Long-Term Care / Medicaid DD Case Management Systems Required – 1 Years
- Azure DevOps (ADOS) / Agile Scrum Required – 3 Years
- Technical Design & System Documentation Required – 5 Years
- UI Refactoring & Reporting Enhancements Required – 3 Years