Sr Java Developer with State Client Experience - Must be local to Michigan

Job Description :

MUST BE LOCAL TO MICHIGAN or 2 Hours Drive Distance

Job Title: Programmer Analyst 6 - Senior Java Full Stack Developer / Technical Lead

📍 Location: Lansing, MI – Hybrid

💼 Type: Long-Term Contract
🕒 Experience Required: 10+ Years

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Java Full Stack Developer / Technical Lead to support and enhance MDHHS’ OBRA and vital records applications . This role involves maintenance, enhancements, and technical leadership for critical healthcare systems, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and system stability. The candidate will also mentor developers and provide architectural guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java/JEE applications with Spring MVC, Spring Boot, Struts, Hibernate/JPA .
• Design & build RESTful Web Services and integrate with SOAP/JMS APIs.
• Develop UI components with React.js, Angular, JavaScript (ES6+), JQuery, HTML5, CSS, XML .
• Write SQL/PL-SQL, stored procedures, functions , and optimize queries in Oracle/SQL Server .
• Implement design patterns (DAO, Singleton, Façade, Service Locator, etc.).
• Build and maintain unit/integration tests using JUnit & Spring Boot.
• Work with application servers (Tomcat, JBOSS, WebSphere, OpenShift).
• Use Git, Maven for source control, builds, and deployment pipelines.
• Support Agile SDLC , requirement gathering, functional/technical specs, and documentation.
• Lead design reviews, mentor team members, and ensure SEM/SUITE compliance .
• Create mockups, prototypes, flowcharts, and design docs for user reviews.
• Work on CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps (nice-to-have).
• Leverage GitHub Copilot for code generation, refactoring, and integration into workflows.

Required Skills

• 10+ years in Java development (Spring MVC, Boot, Struts, Hibernate/JPA).
• 10+ years SQL/PL-SQL programming (Oracle, SQL Server).
• 5+ years React.js/Angular, Redux, React Router.
• Strong experience in SOAP/REST APIs, JMS, web services integration .
• Knowledge of Kafka, Spark, ActiveMQ (nice-to-have).
• Experience in CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps, Agile, TDD .
• Strong exposure to application servers (JBoss, WebSphere, Tomcat).
• Experience with DevOps/cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven experience using GitHub Copilot for productivity and collaboration.