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Form of workWe are seeking Sr. Java Developers to support our Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Master File project. The Sr. Java Developers will provide development and testing of software applications on an enterprise server platform, which may include conducting systems analysis, design, development, testing, installation and documentation in support of new or existing software products within Internal Revenue Service (IRS) organizational components.
Location of work is remote in US.
*Position is contingent on contract award.
- Maintain and modify existing software programs and perform software design and development, unit testing, and debugging of software code using Java 8 and above, SQL, Spring Boot and Microservices for IRS
- Create program designs and specifications that address requirement changes
- Develop and deploy Java components or complete application functionality in JEE environments
- Design, develop and test software components, and document and diagram application functionality from business requirements
- Develop unit tests cases, plans and automated tests using Test Driven Development.
- Perform unit testing, integration, and regression testing
- Participate in design and code reviews
- Maintain source code/components, and modify and/or upgrade code as necessary
- Write required documentation as directed by IRS development methodology for JEE components
- Develop custom adapters allowing the integration of legacy (i.e., capabilities not developed as services) capabilities with service-based Framework infrastructure and services
- Work within a large team environment in short sprints
- Interact effectively with the team of engineers/developers as well as customers
PROJECT SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required. An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for degree
- At least five (5) years of related experience required
- Strong Core Java 8 (or newer) Development
- Experience designing and implementing JEE solutions with a focus on Spring Boot, Microservices and business rules
- Experience using modern development methodology including Agile and continuous integration
- Experience with Lambda expressions and Generics
- Understanding of design patterns, SOA principles, and core Java API
- Working knowledge of web services, service discovery protocol, messaging protocols (REST, RPC, WS-*, SOAP, Restful etc.), schema design and JMS or Apache Kafka for event handling.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
- Experience in planning and accomplishing goals and complicated tasks and providing consultation on complex projects as a top-level contributor or specialist
- Experience developing solutions integrating and extending GOTS and COTS products
- Experience with performance tuning and optimization of service-based Framework infrastructure and services
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of Life Cycle Support of a software application on Z/OS and Red Hat Linux system environment
- Experience working with big data or Mongo DB
- Familiar with IBM Database (DB2)/Structured Query Language (SQL) development
- Able to build and deploy applications using Maven, Docker, Jenkins is a plus.
- Experience working in and a general understanding of Red Hat Linux OS
- Experience in performance tuning and Clustering JEE application based platform for Enterprise system (I.E. Tomcat, Weblogic, EAP, Websphere, etc.)
- Experience with Drools Business Rules Management System
- Experience in designing, implementing, and tuning JBoss products (EAP/EWS, BRMS, Fuse, Fuse SW, JDG, JDV, JON)
- Experience in Mainframes, JCL and executing Java Programs on Mainframes
- Experience in designing, implementing, and tuning products that are similar in concept to the JBoss Middleware stack, such as iLog, Tibco, Weblogic, Websphere, etc.
- Experience in implementing SOA
- Background in managed file transfer, XML Gateway and various transport protocols (FTP, SFTP, HTTPS, TLS etc.)
- Experience using Rational Team Concert client and Rational Suite.
- Experience with IRS Enterprise Life Cycle (ELC), Enterprise Architecture and IRS policies, procedures, and strategies
- Experience developing Framework infrastructure and services within one of the SOA and Restful design patterns
- Experience working with Java Sprint technology including Spring JPA and Spring Batch
Additional Requirements as per contract/client:
- Candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain an IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance (active IRS Moderate Risk MBI is a plus)
- Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card status) for 3 years, and be Federal Tax compliant
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Provide design and implementation expertise to a cross-functional software development team. - Design and develop Java applications from business requirements in collaboration with other team members. - Support testing and remediate defects. - May mentor entry and mid-level developers. Minimum Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in related field. - 5-7 years of relevant professional experience required. - Equivalent combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.
EEO Statement
EEO Statement: Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We?re proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
