Java Developer

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Java Developer in Fargo, ND.

Overview: Join a well-established organization undergoing a multi-year modernization of a mission-critical insurance administration platform that has been in place for decades. This team is transforming a legacy COBOL/mainframe-based system into a modern Java-based architecture. This is a hands-on senior-level role where you will play a key part in system design, development, and modernization efforts while collaborating closely with both technical and business stakeholders.

What You'll Do:

• Java Developer will design, develop, and maintain applications that support critical business operations
• Contribute to modernization efforts, helping transition legacy systems into a scalable Java-based environment
• Participate in architecture discussions, design reviews, and technical decision-making
• Lead implementation of complex solutions and refine them based on feedback
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and business partners to improve system capabilities
• As a Java Developer, you will identify technical challenges and help drive solutions that align with business needs
• Mentor junior and mid-level team members
• Continuously improve development practices and system performance

• 8+ years of software development experience
• Experience mentoring developers and influencing technical direction
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Interest in learning new technologies and contributing to long-term system improvements
• Java (17+)
• Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security)
• REST API development
• Relational databases and SQL
• JUnit or similar testing frameworks
• TypeScript
• Angular
• HTML5
• Git
• Azure DevOps or similar CI/CD tooling

Preferred Experience:

• SQL Server
• Legacy system modernization initiatives
• Exposure to COBOL or mainframe environments
• VSAM or similar data storage technologies
• Experience in insurance or financial services domains

Why This Role:

• Opportunity to work on a high-impact modernization initiative
• Exposure to both legacy and modern technology stacks
• Collaborative, team-focused environment with strong technical ownership
• Long-term project stability with meaningful technical challenges

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.