Java programming Jobs in Lansing, MI

Job Duties

Design, develop, and maintain full stack applications utilizing Java (Spring Boot) on the back end and modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue on the front end.

• Lead the development of scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions using Java- based technologies.
• Collaborate closely with product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive full-stack solutions aligned with business goals.
• Design, develop, and consume RESTful APIs, and integrate with various third-party services and platforms.
• Build responsive, user-friendly UI components using modern front-end frameworks, ensuring a seamless user experience across devices.
• Actively contribute to DevOps practices, including continuous integration / continuous deployment (CI / CD), containerization using Docker / Kubernetes, and automated testing.
• Participate in Agile / Scrum ceremonies and collaborate effectively within an agile development environment.
• Analyze, design, document, implement, and test software solutions based on detailed user stories managed through Jira.
• Ensure accurate and timely time tracking for billing and reporting purposes.
• Work alongside product owners to understand and define complex business processes and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Identify common issues and recurring patterns across applications to design reusable, scalable solutions that reduce redundancy and improve maintainability.
• Provide knowledge transfer and mentorship to team members, ensuring continuity and shared understanding of developed solutions.

Requirements

10 years :

Proven expertise in full stack development, with hands-on experience spanning both front-end and back-end technologies.

Strong proficiency in Java, Spring, Spring Boot, Oracle and Hibernate / JPA.

Solid front-end development skills using Angular, React, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and TypeScript.

In-depth experience with Microservices architecture and deployment on cloud platforms

Thorough understanding of RESTful APIs, JSON, and web service integration.

Extensive experience working with relational and NoSQL databases Experience with message queuing systems, such as IBM MQ or equivalent technologies.

Familiarity with Agile / Scrum methodologies and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, iterative development environment.

Strong background in DevOps practices and tools, including Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Maven

Demonstrated expertise in modern security protocols and authentication frameworks, including OAuth 2.0, SAML, OpenID Connect, and JSON Web Tokens (JWT), with practical experience implementing secure, scalable identity and access management solutions across distributed systems.

Knowledge of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks such as JUnit and Selenium.

Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Proven ability to communicate effectively with both technical teams (developers, testers, architects) and business stakeholders (product owners, project managers, executives), ensuring alignment between business requirements and technical capabilities.

Extensive experience working in Agile and Hybrid environments (Scrum, Kanban), with a strong track record of translating business requirements into actionable user stories for development teams; also familiar with traditional SDLC methodologies such as Waterfall.

Strong understanding of enterprise software integration, including how applications interface with other systems and databases to support scalable and cohesive business solutions.

Knowledgeable in IT infrastructure and architecture, APIs, middleware, and the evaluation of legacy versus emerging technologies in the context of software development decisions.

Skilled at identifying functional and technical gaps in existing systems and designing targeted solutions whether through the development of new features, integration of third-party applications, or enhancement of legacy platforms to effectively meet business needs.

Minimum Education

Location

is a hybrid schedule (2-5 days onsite / week). NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Resource will need to be onsite from day one, 2-5 days per week at the manager's discretion.

Working hours

Monday-Friday, approximately 8 : 00 a.m. to

5 : 00 p.m.

Additional

Requirements

work in the United States; We are unable to offer

sponsorships at this time

and drug screening for employment.

Employment

Terms

40 hrs per week

HYBRID schedule - (2-5 days onsite / week). NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Resource will need to be onsite from day one, 2-5 days per week at the manager's discretion.

About

Zenfreed

At

Zenfreed, we are more than an IT company. We bridge the

gap between people wanting to do the work they were meant to do

and organizations needing the right talent.

We are dedicated to building a diverse,

inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited

about this role but your past experience doesn’t align

perfectly with every qualification in the job description,

we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right

candidate for this or other roles.

Benefits

We understand a comprehensive benefits package is crucial to

employment satisfaction. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage

options for all employees.