Java Developer Certification Required: CompTIA Security+ CE (Required) Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance (Required) Required Skills & Experience - 3–5+ years of experience developing software using Java 8 or later - 3–5+ years of experience developing and maintaining JavaServer Pages (JSP)-based web applications - 3–5+ years of experience developing applications using JavaScript - Experience using jQuery to maintain and enhance existing web application functionality - 3+ years of experience using NetBeans IDE 8–11 or Eclipse - Experience maintaining and enhancing legacy Java EE web applications - Ability to analyze existing JSP pages and supporting Java code to identify application issues and implement requested enhancements - Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills across Java, JSP, JavaScript, jQuery, and SQL - Ability to write, read, and troubleshoot SQL queries - Experience using Git with Azure DevOps - Experience using Azure DevOps to create and manage Product Backlog Items (PBIs), Bugs, and Tasks - Ability to create and maintain Adobe PDF Templates - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work within an existing enterprise application - Preferred: Familiarity with CA-GEN applications and CABs running on z/OS Responsibilities - Analyze user and business requirements and determine the necessary modifications within an existing Java/JSP application. - Analyze existing JavaServer Pages (JSP), Java classes, JavaScript, and SQL code to identify application issues and implement requested enhancements. - Troubleshoot legacy web application functionality to determine root causes of defects, performance issues, and functionality that inhibits requested changes. - Modify and maintain existing JSP, Java, JavaScript, and jQuery components to support new business requirements. - Review existing application logic and recommend code changes to improve functionality, maintainability, and performance. - Perform requirements analysis for new development requests and software change requests. - Develop, test, and document software enhancements in accordance with established development standards. - Create and maintain technical documentation, including requirements documentation, design notes, and unit test plans. - Define development estimates and timelines for assigned work. - Participate in Agile software development ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives. - Collaborate with business analysts, developers, testers, and stakeholders to evaluate requested application changes and determine the most effective implementation approach. - Resolve technical issues and provide support throughout the software development lifecycle. - Demonstrate strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. - Apply sound problem-solving techniques to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and recommend effective solutions. - Work effectively both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision. - Maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion, and customer service while supporting government stakeholders. - Protect proprietary, sensitive, and confidential information in accordance with program and security requirements. - Continuously learn new technologies and software tools as needed to support program objectives. Preferred Experience Candidates with experience maintaining legacy Java/JSP enterprise applications are highly desired. The ideal candidate is comfortable navigating an existing codebase, tracing application flow through JSP, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, and SQL, identifying what is preventing desired functionality, and implementing targeted enhancements without relying on modern front-end frameworks such as React or Angular.