Senior Java Developer

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with 6+ years of hands-on software development experience to join our team in Columbus, Ohio. This is a high-priority role focused on designing, developing, and maintaining scalable enterprise applications using modern Java technologies and cloud-based solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and SQL, along with experience working in Agile environments. Exposure to AWS cloud services is highly preferred. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java applications. Build and enhance microservices using Spring Boot. Develop, consume, and maintain RESTful APIs for enterprise integrations. Write efficient, scalable, and optimized SQL queries and database solutions. Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Participate in application architecture, code reviews, testing, and deployment activities. Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while ensuring application reliability and performance. Implement best practices for coding, security, and software development lifecycle processes. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and cloud-based deployments. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field. 6+ years of professional Java development experience. Strong experience with:Java (Java 8+)Spring BootREST API development and integrationSQL and relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, etc.)Experience with object-oriented design principles and design patterns. Familiarity with Git, Maven/Gradle, and modern development tools. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. Preferred Qualifications Experience with AWS Cloud Services (EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, ECS, EKS, or related services). Experience with microservices architecture. Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps. Understanding of cloud-native application development and deployment. Key Skills JavaSpring BootREST APIsSQLMicroservicesAWS (Preferred)GitAgile/ScrumCI/CD About Varmoda Varmoda is a federal IT solutions provider founded in 2020 and headquartered in McLean, Virginia, delivering citizen-centric public services across Financial Assistance, Public Benefits, and Security & Defense domains. Our five-layer architecture — Salesforce (Engagement), Databricks (Data), ServiceNow (Orchestration), Pega (Decisioning), and Oracle HR (Capacity) — puts data at the common thread of every solution we build for federal agencies and the citizens they serve. Varmoda holds CMMI Maturity Level 3, ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certifications, and is recognized as a V3 veteran-friendly employer. Why Varmoda Growth opportunity within a fast-scaling federal IT firmDirect impact on citizen-facing federal programsCompetitive benefits including 401k, health insurance, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance and others — customize per role/locationVeteran-friendly (V3) workplace culture Equal Employment Opportunity Varmoda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Varmoda and its affiliated entities never request payment, banking details, or financial information from candidates during hiring. All legitimate communication comes from a varmoda.com address or JobDiva — report suspicious contact to info@varmoda.com. Varmoda and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers; all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic.