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TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Contract position Senior Java Developer / Richmond VA (JOB-21819). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

You can find more about our team and values by checking us out at TECHEAD.com or on Glassdoor

Senior Java Developer

Contract: 6 Months, extensions

Remote Discretion of the manager

No C2C Candidates!!!

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications with a focus on authentication and authorization integration.
• Implement SSO, MFA, and token-based authentication using OAuth2, OIDC, and SAML.
• Refactor existing applications to integrate with Microsoft Entra or Okta.
• Design, implement, and maintain secure RESTful APIs to support cross-platform integrations.
• Collaborate with the IAM Integration Lead, security engineers, and administrators to ensure consistent adoption of IAM standards.
• Write clean, efficient, and testable code following best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, peer mentoring, and technical design discussions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to authentication and user access.
• Contribute to automation of application deployment and integration using CI/CD pipelines.

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in software development with 2+ years of experience guiding and mentoring junior developers.
• In-depth knowledge and proficiency in the Java programming language.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Java frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, and others.
• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications with a strong emphasis on authentication and authorization integration.
• Strong understanding of the Java security frameworks with proven hands-on implementation experience.
• Experience in designing and implementing RESTful and SOAP web services.
• Extensive Knowledge of software design patterns and the ability to apply them in real-world scenarios.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with debugging skills to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies (e.g. Agile and Scrum)
• Experience optimizing Java applications for performance and scalability.
• Awareness of Java security principles and best practices.

• 12+ years of hands-on experience in software development and design with 4+ years of experience guiding and mentoring junior developers.
• A master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Practical understanding of implementing SSO, MFA, and token-based authentication using standards like OAuth2, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and SAML is highly desired.
• Hands-on experience integrating applications with IAM platforms such as MS Entra or Okta.
• Experience with .NET integration to support collaboration in hybrid development environments.
• Experience with micro-services architecture, RESTful APIs, and DevOps pipelines with demonstrated proficiency in both front-end and back-end technologies.
• Certifications in development technologies (e.g., Java, Spring, React, Angular) and Agile or Scrum frameworks, demonstrating a strong commitment to continuous learning and technical mastery.
• Working knowledge of both relational and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices, including continuous integration, continuous deployment, and infrastructure as code, to streamline development

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.

TECHEAD's mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won't strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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