> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4550918-entry-level-java-developer-spring-boot-devops-data-scientist](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4550918-entry-level-java-developer-spring-boot-devops-data-scientist). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Entry-Level Java Developer (Spring Boot, DevOps)/Data Scientist - **Company:** Synergisticit Inc. - **Location:** Columbus, OH, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $154,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Software Debugging, DevOps, Information Technology Operations, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Spring-boot, Git, Information Technology, Restful APIs - **Published:** November 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/entry-level-java-developer-spring-boot-devops-data-scientist-columbus-oh--aca9de1f-f3b1-4958-89e0-7cb9b0117498 ## About the Role DevOps, Java, Data Science, Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Help Desk, Production Support, Java, Software Engineering, Technical Support, A CS degree helps but is not strictly required; programming knowledge in Java or C++ is the practical bar called out on the Java JOPP page. If you already debug systems all day, you may ramp faster than a pure beginner, but you still need the stack., The reality? Most CS grads struggle to land interviews because their resumes look just like everyone else's. Employers want more than a diploma-they want proven, practical skills, real-world tools, and candidates who are ready to perform from day one. That's exactly what SynergisticIT delivers. Currently, We are looking for entry-level software programmers, Java Full stack developers, Python/Java developers, Data analysts/Data Engineers/ Data Scientists, Machine Learning engineers for full time positions with clients. We Focus on Java /Full stack/Devops and Data Science /Data Engineers/Data analysts/BI Analysts/ Machine learning/AI candidates Ideal Candidates: * Recent grads in CS, Engineering, Math, or Statistics with limited or no job experience * Jobseekers who had layoffs due to Downsizing and want to get in demand tech stack * Professionals seeking a career switch to tech * Candidates with career gaps or lacking real-world experience * Individuals looking to boost their skill portfolio for better job prospects * Computer Science grads with limited or no job experience * Students who recently finished their Bachelor's or Master's programs * Those struggling to land interviews despite having experience ## Description Stuck in Support: The Path for QA, Helpdesk, and IT Jobseekers Adjacent to Engineering Is Not the Same as Being Hired as an Engineer You are in QA, helpdesk, production support, or IT operations. You ticketing-system your way through the week and apply to Java developer jobs at night. Hiring managers do not treat ticket volume as Spring Boot experience. Internal transfers never open. You are close to tech and still outside the roles that pay and grow. SynergisticIT JOPP is for people with some technical exposure who need a real developer stack, real projects, and a marketing push into software engineer and Java developer seats. Build the Skills Your Current Job Will Not Teach You Get Core Java, OOP, collections, Spring Boot, REST, SQL, Git, testing, and DSA-the language of developer interviews. Projects become the evidence that you can build, not only log defects. Interview prep teaches you to talk like a developer: tradeoffs, complexity, debugging, and design, not only process.