Java & Angular Developer

We are seeking a Java and Angular Developer for a 12+ month contract position in McLean, Virginia. In this role, you will develop and maintain full-stack applications using Java and Angular, working within a collaborative technical environment to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java-based backend services and REST APIs using Spring Framework and Spring Boot
• Build and enhance Angular front-end applications using TypeScript
• Design and optimize database schemas and write SQL queries
• Write clear, comprehensive code documentation and technical specifications
• Troubleshoot and optimize applications for security, performance, and responsiveness
• Collaborate with team members to evaluate situations, make decisions, and solve technical problems efficiently
• Participate in code reviews and version control workflows
• Develop and execute unit tests using testing frameworks such as JUnit and Mockito
• Work within Agile and Scrum development methodologies
• Monitor and analyze application performance using diagnostic and analytical tools

Qualifications

• Required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience

• 4+ years of Java software development experience

• Strong understanding of Java language, Java 8+ standard library, and open source frameworks

• Good understanding and hands-on experience with Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and REST APIs

• Familiarity with databases and SQL

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., GitHub, Bitbucket)

• Ability to write clear code documentation and technical specifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work well with diverse teams

• Self-starter mentality with ability to learn quickly and work diligently

• Ability to adapt to new environments and work effectively with continuous change

• Preferred

• Experience with Angular front-end framework and TypeScript

• Familiarity with Gradle and Jenkins build tools

• Knowledge of Object-Relational Mapping frameworks

• Experience with Agile and Scrum development methodologies

• Understanding of application performance diagnostics and analytical tools

• Knowledge of automated test frameworks

• Experience with mock-oriented testing, including positive and negative test scenarios (JUnit/Mockito)

• Experience with AI-assisted automatic testing suite development