Senior Java Developer - SJD NJ #1

Job Title : Senior Java Developer

Location : Austin, TX (Onsite)

Assignment Duration : 10+ Months (Possible Extension)

Experience Required : 8+ Years

Travel : Required as needed

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Java Developer to support large-scale application and web services development initiatives within a public-sector healthcare technology environment. This role focuses on enhancing and maintaining systems that support Medicaid and CHIP programs , with emphasis on long-term care services and compliance with federal and state regulations.

The ideal candidate brings strong enterprise Java / J2EE experience , deep knowledge of Oracle-based systems , and a proven ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, design, develop, test, and document software applications using structured and object-oriented methodologies

Develop and enhance web services and batch processing systems supporting enterprise healthcare platforms

Analyze business and user requirements to assess feasibility, cost, timelines, and system compatibility

Design and implement new forms, authorization services, and claims workflows within long-term care systems

Modify and enhance existing Java applications, Oracle databases, and system integrations

Collaborate with developers, business analysts, QA teams, contractors, and other stakeholders

Create and maintain technical documentation, including system designs, test plans, test cases, defect logs, and deployment documentation

Support and participate in system integration testing, defect resolution, and production deployments

Provide technical guidance and mentorship; may lead or direct the work of other developers

Environment & Systems Supported

Medicaid and CHIP healthcare systems

Long-Term Care (LTC) provider platforms

PASRR and IDD services automation solutions

Enterprise web services and batch processing systems

Oracle-based databases and integrations

Required Skills & Qualifications

Minimum 8+ years of experience in each of the following :

Full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including design, development, testing, integration, and deployment

Java / J2EE development with strong object-oriented design principles

Advanced SQL programming and relational database development (Oracle preferred)

Development and consumption of Web Services

Experience with RAD tools and WebSphere environments

Ability to read, create, and modify Oracle stored procedures

Enterprise-level application development and system integration testing

Cross-functional collaboration with developers, business analysts, and QA teams

Development of system test plans, test scenarios, schedules, and defect tracking processes

Strong understanding of data structures, data migration, conversion, and transformation

Ability to evaluate user requests and assess system impact, feasibility, cost, and timelines

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience supporting public-sector healthcare or government systems

Familiarity with long-term care or eligibility-based service platforms

Experience working in highly regulated environments