Position Details
Ncdhhs Child Support Senior Full Stack Apply
The NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS)/Child Support requires a Senior Full Stack Java Developer for a Child Support System Enhancement Effort.
NCDHHS - Child Support - Senior Full Stack Java Developer
Experience Level: Senior
About the Role
The Child Support System Enhancement Effort aims to migrate critical functionality from a legacy mainframe system to a modern, web-based platform. This initiative will improve scalability, security, and user experience while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The modernization effort involves re-engineering business processes, implementing new technologies, and integrating with existing systems in an Agile development environment.
Join our Child Support team to transform a legacy mainframe system into an enhanced, web-based platform that improves usability, accessibility, and scalability. This is a continuation of our enhancement effort, integrating with the existing web-based application in an Agile development environment.
We re seeking a Senior Full Stack Java Developer who is a hands-on coder, passionate about building robust, scalable solutions and leveraging AI-powered tools to accelerate development and improve quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Hands-on development of backend services using Java (8+ or Higher), Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Spring Data JPA/Hibernate or similar.
- Build responsive front-end interfaces using JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, and Bootstrap.
- Design and implement RESTful APIs and integrate external systems via SOAP/REST web services and messaging platforms.
- Conduct unit testing, automated testing, and support data migration to relational databases (DB2, PostgreSQL, Oracle or similar).
- Contribute to CI/CD pipeline development using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Maven/Gradle.
- Apply secure coding practices, performance tuning, and ensure compliance with standards.
Required Skills & Experience
Strong hands-on experience in Java full-stack development.
Expertise in Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and RESTful API design.
Front-end proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5,CSS, and Bootstrap.
Solid experience with relational databases (DB2,PostgreSQL, Oracle or similar), writing SQL queries and stored procedures.
Experience with testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito, Selenium or similar).
Knowledge of DevOps practices, including Git-based version control, CI/CD pipelines, and build tools(Maven/Gradle).
Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with legacy system enhancement and modernization.
Experience with message queues (JMS, RabbitMQ, Kafka).
Familiarity with data migration strategies and performance optimization.
Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with agentic AI integration in the development life cycle including:
oCode generation and intelligent refactoring
oCode transformation (COBOL-to-Java)
oAutomated testing and test script generation
oSecurity scanning and AI-assisted IDE support
Experience in AI prompt engineering and writing AI specifications for automation workflows.
Required/Desired Skills
| Skill | Required /Desired | Amount | of Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Experience with Backend (Java 8+ or higher, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Spring Data JPA/Hibernate/REST) | Required | 7 | Years |
| Experience with Frontend (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap) | Required | 3 | Years |
| Experience with Databases development (DB2, Oracle, PostgreSQL or other databases, Writing SQL, Stored Procs) | Required | 3 | Years |
| Experience with Agile/Scrum Methodologies | Required | 3 | 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 accept this requirement? |
| Question2 | Please list candidate's email address HERE that will be used when submitting E-RTR. |
| Question3 | Please provide candidate's current location (City and state), NOT a Yes or No response. |
| Question4 | Please indicate how soon this candidate is available to start work. Vendors are encouraged to submit candidates that are available for the duration of the assignment. |
| Question5 | Vendor must disclose to the agency if the candidate will be subcontracted at the time of submission. Do you accept this requirement? |
| Question6 | 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? |
| Question7 | Candidates submitted above the rate of - will not be considered. Do you accept this requirement? |
| Question8 | 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? |
| Question9 | 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? |
| Question10 | 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? |
| 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), 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? |
