Back-end Java Software Engineer

Job Description

DocMe360 is seeking a talented Back-end Java Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this critical role, you will build robust and scalable server-side applications powering secure, high-throughput features for a project at the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). Your expertise in Java microservices, API design, and DevSecOps practices will enable you to architect cloud-native services, integrate with a variety of data sources, and ensure high availability, performance, and security. This position may be contract, contract-to-hire, or direct hire.

Responsibilities

Design RESTful and event-driven micro-services using Java 17+, J2EE and Spring Boot

Model and expose FHIR resources

Implement resilience patterns (bulkhead, circuit-breaker, idempotent retries) for nationwide EHR traffic

Integrate with FHIR endpoints

Automate CI/CD pipelines

Define and maintain Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)

Collaborate in cross-functional teams (product, design, accessibility, security) using SAFe/Agile

Mentor junior engineers, conduct design and code reviews for clean architecture, DDD, and test coverage (> 80% line/branch)

DocMe360 Values

Delivery – Uphold honesty, transparency, and integrity in every engagement, driving professional growth.

Optimism – Invest in empowerment and well-being to foster a positive, growth-oriented culture.

Collaboration – Leverage shared expertise and teamwork to achieve impactful results.

Motivation – Inspire clients and colleagues with passion, purpose, and self-driven energy.

Exploration – Pursue innovative technologies and trends that elevate the quality of our solutions.

Requirements

8+ years building backend services in Java (J2EE, Spring Boot, Quarkus, or Micronaut)

Hands-on experience with healthcare data standards (FHIR, HL7, CDA) or large regulated datasets

Expertise with relational (PostgreSQL, Oracle) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases, plus caching (Redis)

Proficiency in containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes or OpenShift)

Strong understanding of OAuth 2.0, JWT, TLS 1.2+, and key management (AWS KMS or HSM)

U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for VA background investigation; ability to obtain/maintain Public Trust (Tier 2 MBI) or higher

Preferred

Prior work on VistA, Cerner, or other EHR platforms, or experience modernizing MUMPS-based systems to Java

Experience with VA.gov platform tooling, VA Technical Reference Model (TRM) approvals, and Section 508 remediation

Benefits

The benefits listed below are for full-time W2 employees.

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Training & Development

Work From Home

Full-time

Hybrid remote