Senior Java Backend Developer Jobs in Norfolk, VA

Hybrid work position

***Visa sponsorship not available now OR in the future

***Local candidates only or ability to relocate prior to start of employment

Our growing company is currently seeking an experienced Sr. Full Stack Developer with the ability to handle complexity, mentor others, and drive technical strategy to join our IT Department. In this role, the Sr. Full Stack Developer will be responsible for developing and designing front-end and back-end architecture, ensuring the responsiveness of applications, and working on web design features. Must be fluent in creating websites to deploy that thrive on strong architecture, while supplementing with data-driven applications that optimize site functionality throughout the lifecycle of each project. The Sr. Full Stack Developer will need to know how to effectively create website foundations using back-end applications and database structures. The ideal candidate will bring a modern development mindset, leveraging cutting-edge AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery, enhance code quality, and drive innovation across our technology stack.

About Us:

Paradigm, Inc. is a leading credentialing services provider with over 34 years of experience delivering printed and digital diplomas, certificates, and comprehensive learner records to higher education institutions. As a SOC2 Type II certified organization, we pride ourselves on integrity, security, and exceptional service.

@Gov, Inc. is a next-generation platform provider specializing in government credential solutions, including digital apostilles and vital records management for state agencies. We’re committed to modernizing government operations through secure, verifiable digital and paper credentials while promoting sustainability.

Together, our organizations serve educational institutions and government agencies with trusted, secure credential management solutions that require the highest standards of data integrity, privacy, and compliance.

Environment

Microsoft-based infrastructure using primarily Windows desktop OS and Windows Server with Office 365; primarily .Net web and desktop development utilizing Microsoft SQL database back-end and limited use of Azure blob storage; integrations with Microsoft’s Dynamics Navision, D365 systems, UPS WorldShip, ShipWise, and Endicia; Palo Alto security network has been implemented.

Duties

• Primary function of Developing and designing RESTful services and APIs.
• Concepting, creating and building code from business requirements and designer wireframes, creating effective code.
• Working through the website development lifecycle to launch.
• Designing user-based interactions through effective front-end architecture framework.
• Coding for various platforms to ensure functionality across multiple channels.
• Working with the team to develop best practices.
• Determining application responsiveness for users.
• Ensuring company mandate is effectively addressed in technical and developmental aspects.
• Troubleshooting issues and problem solving as necessary.
• Keeping current with industry trends and developments that can be applied to company needs.

Education, Experience, Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 8+ years' experience in web development and programming for the following technologies:
  1. C#
  2. React
  3. .NET (Framework, Core 5-8)
  4. .NET Web API 2.0
  5. ASP .NET MVC5+
  6. Entity Framework
  7. MS SQL 2017 and higher
  8. DevOps (CI/CD)
• Proficiency in leveraging AI-powered development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT, or similar) to enhance code generation, debugging, testing, and deployment workflows in both development and DevOps practices.
• Ability to understand how technical decisions impact business and user experience.
• Experience with Digital Signing Services a plus
• Experience with third-party controls (Telerik, Debenu/Foxit) a plus
• Knowledge of Service-Oriented Architecture/Microservices a plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to quickly learn and appropriately utilize internal applications and knowledge bases as needed for the timely completion of daily tasks.
• Ability to read, process, and follow written directions and procedures.
• Ability to maintain routine and predictability in a dynamic and open-office environment.
• Ability to work in concert with a team or independently, with or without direct supervision/guidance as needed.
• Ability to self-manage and multi-task while making fact-based or historically valid and justifiable decisions.
• Ability to consistently comply with established procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Reliable transportation for timely work attendance.
• This is primarily an office-based job that may require sitting for extended periods of time working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.
• Physically able to bend/kneel/walk/stand, in tandem with cart, stepstools, or rolling ladders, to access supplies and various works in progress or other materials as needed in storage rooms or production areas.
• Good vision, with or without corrective lenses, in order to sustain adequate visual focus over a period of time.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive wage with opportunities for advancement
• Medical, dental and vision insurance based upon length of service qualifications
• Retirement plan available based upon length of service qualifications
• Paid sick- and annual-leave
• Paid holidays

Additional Information and Signature

A positive attitude, proven work ethic, and a desire to learn and surpass expectations are what you will find in our employees. We seek hard workers who possess the same ambition, attitude, integrity, desire, and required skills to join our team.

Simply stated, we want you to be successful: we therefore make every effort to quantify a candidate's suitability before an offer of employment is extended. Hence, interviewing at @Gov is a multi-stage process. This can include multiple site visits, question and answer panels, skills, and behavioral assessments.