Req# 799553Client: State of AL (Dept of Human Resources)Location: Remote/ Onsite Preferred in Montgomery, ALDuration: 6 Months+Due Date: 04/14DHR ISD is seeking a highly experienced
Senior Lead Java Full Stack Developer to support the development and modernization of a large-scale
SNAP/TANF Integrated Eligibility System. The candidate will play a dual role as a
technical lead and Scrum Master.Scope of Work / Responsibilities:Technical Leadership - Lead design and development of scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using Java/J2EE technologies.
- Architect and implement full stack solutions using React.js (frontend) and Java-based backend services.
- Design and develop RESTful APIs and microservices.
- Work with Oracle database for data modeling, query optimization, and performance tuning.
- Develop and maintain XML configurations and transformations for system integrations.
- Build and manage workflows using Apache Airflow or similar orchestration tools.
- Develop and maintain Shell scripts for automation and batch processing.
Agile & Team Leadership - Act as Scrum Lead / Technical Lead for the development team.
- Break down business requirements into technical tasks and user stories.
- Provide scope estimation, sprint planning, and backlog grooming.
- Assign and monitor team tasks, ensuring adherence to timelines.
- Conduct daily stand-ups and provide daily/weekly status reports to management.
- Identify risks, resolve technical issues, and remove blockers for the team.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement - Collaborate with business analysts, product owners, and QA teams.
- Translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
- Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and architecture discussions.
- Ensure compliance with government standards and security guidelines.
Required Skills & Qualifications:Experience - 12+ years experience in Java application development
- 8+ years experience in full-stack development
- Experience working in large enterprise or government systems
- Experience with Oracle database backend development
Technical Skills: - Strong proficiency in Java / J2EE (Spring Boot or similar frameworks).
- Hands-on experience with React.js for frontend development.
- Experience in Java Servlets, HTML5, Java Script libraries
- Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
- Strong experience with Oracle Database (SQL, PL/SQL, performance tuning).
- Experience with Apache Airflow or similar workflow orchestration tools.
- Proficiency in Shell scripting (Linux/Unix environment).
- Experience working with XML configurations, XSD, XSLT transformations.
- Familiarity with microservices architecture and cloud-ready applications.
Development & Tools: - Experience with version control tools (Git, Bitbucket).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, etc.).
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes is a plus).
- Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.
Leadership & Agile - Proven experience leading Agile/Scrum teams.
- Experience with sprint planning, estimation techniques (story points, etc.).
- Ability to track team progress and ensure deliverables are met.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Domain Experience - Experience working on government programs, especially:
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
- TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
- Integrated Eligibility Systems (IES)
Preferred (Optional) Skills - Experience with state government or public sector IT projects.
- Knowledge of eligibility rules engines and case management systems.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Familiarity with data integration/ETL processes.
- Experience with security standards (OAuth2, JWT, HIPAA, etc.).
- Exposure to UI/UX best practices and responsive design.
- Experience mentoring junior developers.
Education - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
SkillRequired / DesiredAmount of ExperienceStrong proficiency in Java / J2EE (Spring Boot or similar frameworks).
Required
12 Years
Hands-on experience with React.js for frontend development
Required
12 Years
Experience in Java Servlets, HTML5, Java Script libraries
Required
12 Years
Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
Required
12 Years
Experience working with XML configurations, XSD, XSLT transformations.
Required
12 Years
Familiarity with microservices architecture and cloud-ready applications.
Required
12 Years
Experience working as team lead or Scrum Master
Required
5 Years
Experience in scope estimation, sprint planning, and backlog grooming
Required
5 Years
Ability to track team progress and ensure deliverables are met
Required
5 Years
Identify risks, resolve technical issues, and remove blockers for the team
Required
5 Years