NCDHHS - NC FAST Junior Java Developer

NC FAST requires the services of a Junior Java Developer to support development and implementation of NC FAST Projects.

The NC Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS) seeks a contractor resource to assist with the development and implementation of NC Families Accessing Services through Technology (NC FAST) as a Junior Java Developer. This resource contributes to the full lifecycle of Java-based applications in a collaborative environment. This position is responsible for writing junit and jmockit test scripts to support automated developer testing, assisting senior developers in building, testing, and debugging Java applications, writing clean code, participating in code reviews, working with databases, and following the SDLC best practices in a supportive team setting, focusing on growth and contributing to quality software delivery in the Curam Application. The primary responsibilities of this position will be to develop and execute junit and jmockit test scripts for developer unit testing, assist in designing, developing, and maintaining new Java applications and features, writing clean, efficient, testable, and well-documented code following industry standards, collaborate with senior developers and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and implement solutions, debug and resolve software defects ensuring application stability, participate in code reviews providing and receiving feedback to improve code quality, work with databases and integrate them into applications, contribute to system documentation and continuous improvement of development processes and staying current with new Java technologies, trends and best practices. The basic skills necessary for this role are proficiency in junit and jmockit script development, solid understanding of Java fundamentals, TOSCA / NeoLoad test script development and execution, object-oriented programming, data structures and algorithms, familiarity with the software development lifecycle (SDLC), experience with development tools (IDEs like Eclipse, Git, RSA), strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent communication and teamwork abilities, and knowledge of the Curam application. Additional skills beyond the basics are knowledge of Agile methodologies, basic knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and exposure to Spring Framework, Hibernate or related technologies.

Required / Desired Skills

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

Experience coding using Java / J2EE

Required

Years

Experience developing and testing using junits and jomockits

Required

Years

Experience testing web, GUI, client / server, and database applications.

Required

Years

Tricentis Tosca / NeoLoad Development experience.

Required

Years

Experience with requirements analysis and automated test cases / script development.

Required

Years

Good oral and written communications skills in order to interact on a daily basis with system developers, business analysts, and others.

Required

Ability to prioritize tasks within the project and work with minimal supervision or guidance.

Required

Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment.

Required

Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Required

Understanding of FNS / SNAP Program Policy guidelines

Highly desired

Years

Experience with testing Curam products.

Highly desired

Years

Experience with Agile (Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe) development

Highly desired

Years

Experience with Shift left automation

Highly desired

Years

Questions

No.

Question

Question1

Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you accept this requirement?

Question2

Vendor must notify the agency if any portion of the requirements listed in this task order are to be outsourced outside the country. Do you accept this requirement?

Question3

Vendor must disclose to the agency if the candidate will be subcontracted at the time of submission. Do you accept this requirement?

Question4

Some remote work may be permitted but candidate must be available to work on State premises at the NC DHHS Headquarters in Raleigh, NC. Do you accept this requirement?

Question5

LOOKING FOR IMMEDIATE HIRE : Please indicate how soon this candidate is available to start work. Vendors are encouraged to submit candidates available for the duration of the assignment. Do you accept this requirement?

Question6

The maximum budgeted for this position allows for a rate of $53.00 per hour. Candidates submitted above this amount may not be considered. Do you accept this requirement?

Question7

Please list candidate's email address HERE that will be used when submitting E-RTR.

Question8

Please confirm you have thoroughly validated, and attest to the accuracy of, the credentials listed throughout this candidate s VectorVMS profile and resume pursuant to Section 5.2.5 of ITS-009440. Do you confirm?

Question9

Please provide documentation of any certifications held (i.e. Java, junits, jmockit, TOSCA / NeoLoad, AWS, SCRUM, etc.).

Question10

Please provide candidate's current location (City and State), NOT a Yes or No response.

Question11

Selected candidate MUST be onsite at least 1 day per week. Do you accept this requirement?