NCDHHS - Child Support - Lead Full Stack Java Developer

The NC Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS)/Child Support requires a Lead Full Stack Java Developer for a Child Support System Enhancement Effort.

The Child Support System Enhancement Effort aims to transform existing functionality from a legacy mainframe system into an enhanced, web-based platform. This transformation is a continuation of the current enhancement effort and will improve user experience by integrating with the existing web-based application in an Agile development environment.

The Lead Full Stack Java Developer will lead the enhancement effort to build a user-friendly web-based platform. This role requires expertise in full-stack development, architecture design, and Agile collaboration. The Lead Developer will focus on improving efficiency and leveraging AI-powered development practices to deliver high-quality solutions.

The Lead Full Stack Java Developer will design and develop robust backend services using Java(8+ or higher), Spring Boot, and Spring Data JPA/Hibernate, alongside building responsive front-end interfaces with JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, and Bootstrap. Responsibilities include creating RESTful APIs, integrating external systems via SOAP/REST web services and messaging platforms, and using AI tools to accelerate development including code generation, code transformation, automated unit test creation, security vulnerability detection, and intelligent suggestions within IDEs. Additional duties include conducting unit and automated testing, supporting data migration to relational databases (DB2, PostgreSQL, Oracle), and contributing to CI/CD pipeline development.

The Lead Full Stack Java Developer will have strong experience in Java full-stack development, Spring Framework, and RESTful API design, combined with front-end proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, and Bootstrap. Expertise in relational databases, writing SQL queries and stored procedures, and familiarity with testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito, Selenium) is essential. Knowledge of DevOps practices including Git-based version control, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions), and build tools(Maven/Gradle) is required. Secure coding practices and strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills are critical for success.

Experience with agentic AI integration in the development lifecycle such as code generation, code transformation (COBOL to Java), test script generation, unit testing, security scanning, and use of AI-assisted IDE is highly desired. Additional expertise in applying agentic AI for tasks like intelligent code refactoring, and automated documentation will be a strong advantage.

Familiarity with message queues (JMS, RabbitMQ, Kafka), data migration strategies, and performance tuning will be a strong plus.

Required/Desired Skills

Skill	Required /Desired	Amount	of Experience
Experience with Backend (Java 8+ or higher, Spring Framework, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Spring Data JPA/Hibernate/REST)	Required	10	Years
Experience with Frontend (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap or similar technologies)	Required	4	Years
Experience with Databases development (DB2, Oracle, PostgreSQL or other databases, Writing SQL, Stored Procs)	Required	4	Years
Experience with Integration with external systems using web services and messaging platforms	Required	4	Years
Experience with DevOps/CI/CD (Git, CI/CD (Jenkins, GitHub Actions), Maven/Gradle or similar tools and technologies)	Required	3	Years
Experience with Agile & Collaboration	Required	4	Years
Experience with Mainframe System Modernization	Highly desired	1	Years
Experience with AI in Development	Highly desired	1	Years
Experience with Data Migration	Highly desired	1	Years
Experience with React, Angular and similar UI framework	Highly desired	1	Years

Questions

No.	Question
Question1	Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by management in advance, and contact information must be provided to management so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you agree to this requirement?
Question2	Will the candidate be subcontracted at the time of submission (Yes or No)?
Question3	Vendor must disclose to the agency if the candidate will be subcontracted at the time of submission. Do you accept this requirement?
Question4	Vendor must notify the agency if any portion of the requirements listed in this task order are to be outsourced to other countries. Do you accept this requirement?
Question5	Candidates submitted above the hourly Vendor Rate of $$$ may not be considered for this assignment. Do you agree to this requirement?
Question6	Payment for all approved hours will be paid at the straight hourly rate regardless of the total hours worked by the engaged resource. It is the responsibility of the supplier to adhere to any applicable compensation laws including payment for overtime hours. Do you accept this requirement?
Question7	Please confirm you have thoroughly validated, and attest to the accuracy of, the credentials listed throughout this candidate s VectorVMS profile and resume pursuant to Section 5.2.5 of ITS-009440. Do you confirm?
Question8	Please list candidate's email address HERE that will be used when submitting E-RTR.
Question9	Please provide candidate's current location (City and state), NOT a Yes or No response.
Question10	Please note that the final rate may be subject to adjustment based on candidate's performance during the interview. Do you agree to this requirement?
Question11	Describe an application where you implemented a solution in a Java application. What was the challenge you faced, which Java technologies or frameworks did you use (e.g., core Java, Spring, JPA, concurrency), and how did your approach address the problem? Please include the outcome or impact of your solution.
Question12	Can you describe a specific instance where you leveraged AI tools or frameworks during the software development process? What was your approach, and what measurable impact did it have on the project?
Question13	Describe a situation where you encountered a major obstacle during development. What was your approach to overcoming it, and what was the final outcome?