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Role: Contract Web Developer
Location: Hybrid in Salt Lake City, UT
Type: Contract
Rate: $65–$80/hour
Job Description:
Seeking a highly motivated Contract Web Developer to join a dedicated Agile Software Applications Development Team building mission-critical applications for public sector stakeholders. This is a Java-based web development role within a DevOps environment, focused on new feature development, system maintenance, and technical enhancements.
Responsibilities:
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Participate as a member of Agile development team(s), including planning, estimating, development, collaboration, and sprint review activities.
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Develop and maintain web-based applications and services using Java 11/21, Spring Boot, REST APIs, HTML, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript, Angular, and related technologies.
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Execute development tasks such as UI development, backend services, database integrations, microservices, authentication, security features, reports, mobile interfaces, and emerging tech.
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Utilize tracking tools to document progress, bugs, and feature requests.
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Follow established Software Development Methodology (SDM) and best practices for security, performance, and maintainability.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and technical mentoring.
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Ensure all deliverables are tested and meet quality, security, and performance requirements before handoff.
Required Skills & Experience:
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Strong experience in Java 11/21, Spring Boot 2.6/3, JDBC, and REST APIs.
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Proficiency in front-end development using Angular, HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript.
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Familiar with distributed systems, microservices architecture, and modern DevOps practices.
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Experience with tools like JPA, PWAs, and web standards.
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Ability to handle database connections and work with relational databases like Informix or SQL.
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Familiarity with older technologies (e.g., Java 8, Struts, Hibernate, jQuery) for legacy maintenance.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience working in collaborative Agile environments.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience converting Figma/Material Design into Angular components.
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Background in government, criminal justice, or mission-critical system development.
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Experience with Business Intelligence tools and mobile development.
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Relevant certifications in computer science or software development.
Working Model:
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Reports to a designated IT lead, architect, or manager.
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Embedded in Agile Release Train (ART) structure with a DevOps team.
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Works collaboratively under the functional direction of an Information Analyst or Scrum Master.