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# Applications Development - Sr. Java Developer

- **Company:** Software Guidance & Assistance Inc
- **Location:** Jacksonville, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Unit Testing, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Databases, Data Infrastructure, Data Migration, Data Security, IBM DB2, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Revision Control Systems, Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, JSON, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Mercurial, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, MongoDB, MySQL, Node.Js, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloudera, Service Development Studio, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Subversion, Software Vulnerability Management, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Enterprise Software Applications, Data Classification, Performance Testing, IT General Controls (ITGC), ReactJS, Snowflake, Apache Spark, HybridCloud, Agentic-AI, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Cassandra, Apache Kafka, Non-relational Database, Machine Learning Operations, Restful APIs, Docker, Oracledb
- **Published:** October 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/ca187b5e-ac2d-420f-9074-67031133cedd

## About the Role

* Related Bachelor's degree or related work experience
 * 5+ years related work experience, Professional experience with technical design and coding in the IT industry
 * Experience with unit testing, release procedures, coding design and documentation protocol as well as change management procedures
 * Proficiency using versioning tools: GIT, GNU, RCS, SCCS, CVS, SVN, Mercurial, Monotone, etc
 * Demonstrated organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
 * Flexible team player
 * Ability to manage tasks independently and take ownership of responsibilities
 * Ability to learn from mistakes and apply constructive feedback to improve performance
 * Must demonstrate initiative and effective independent decision-making skills
 * Ability to communicate technical information clearly and articulately
 * Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
 * In-depth understanding of the systems development life cycle
 * Proficiency programming in more than one object-oriented programming language; JAVA, JavaScript, Python, C#, C++, and PHP
 + Experience with HTML and Frameworks such as; React.Js, Node.JS, and EXPRESS
 + Experience with SOAP, REST web service development
 + May include learning languages such as; Hadoop, Storm, Spark, Kafka, Hive, NFI, Scoop, etc
 + May include database knowledge in; SQL, MySQL, Oracle DB, PostgreSQL, Cassandra, MongoDB, etc
 * Proficiency using standard desktop applications such as MS Suite and flowcharting tools such as Visio
 * Proficiency using debugging tools; Advanced Debugger, Allinea DDT, AQtime,, ARM, CA/EZTEST, etc
 * High critical thinking skills to evaluate alternatives and present solutions that are consistent with business objectives and strategy
 * Manipulate data from various sources / formats such as: flat files, relational databases, non-relational databases, XML, JSON, etc.

Preferred Skills:

 * Hybrid cloud architecture (AWS + on-premises)
 * Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
 * CI/CD pipelines for AI/ML workloads
 * Various Domain experience; Health Care, Financial, etc
 * Experience using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodology
 * Specific tools, languages and specialty skills may vary

## Description

Responsible for the development, programming, and coding of Information Technology solutions. Responsible for documenting detailed system specifications, participation in unit testing and maintenance of planned and unplanned internally developed applications, evaluation and performance testing of purchased products. Responsible for including IT Controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, as well as availability of the application and data processed or output by the application. Lead efforts, oversee work results, provide training and serve as a technical resource for other Developers.

 * Java, Snowflake, DBT, Mongo, Postgres, Iceberg tables , Dell Boomi etc..
 * Snowflake Migration: Guide data migration, services migration, fast-access database migration, and enterprise service integrations
 * Build reusable solutions that enhance data access, application scalability, security, governance, and long-term maintainability
 * Provide senior-level architecture, hands-on development, and technical leadership across enterprise applications, data, cloud, and AI initiatives. Design and support solutions using Java, Python, Node, React, AI frameworks, Cloudera Data Platform, DB2, and Fast Access Databases.
 * Lead the centralized data classification, GW Chat integration, Agentic applications, member longitudinal summary, vulnerability remediation automation, and legacy modernization
 * Data Platform Modernization: Deliver deep technical guidance on Cloudera Data Platform ecosystem; support current workloads, modernization planning, and migration readiness
 * Design and implement AI solutions using agentic patterns and core AI components
 * Design and Develop scalable systems across AWS and on-premises environments
 * Actively code and contribute to production AI systems (not purely architectural/design)
 * Mentor and guide development teams on AI best practices
 * Evaluate and integrate emerging AI technologies and frameworks