Programmer Analyst 6 -Java

Job Title: Programmer Analyst 6Location: Lansing, MI – HybridDuration: 1 Year+ Contract, dependent on business needResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and test application programs, including new development and enhancements to existing modules.Provide production support, including issue analysis, bug fixes, testing, and deployment to production environments.Collaborate with Application Architects and Business Analysts to confirm and validate both functional and technical designs.Develop and maintain necessary technical documentation and participate in design reviews as scheduled.Analyze requirements, code, and test simple to moderately complex program modules, ensuring quality and compliance with design specifications.Apply sound technical, industry, and domain knowledge to all tasks and project work.Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in coding practices, system performance, and team processes.Required Skills5+ years of Java – Strong object-oriented programming skills and familiarity with Java-based enterprise application development.5+ years of Spring Boot – Experience with creating RESTful APIs and using Spring Boot for building scalable and maintainable applications.5+ years of Angular – Proficient in developing responsive, single-page web applications using Angular.5+ years of SQL – Ability to write efficient SQL queries for data manipulation and reporting; experience with relational database systems.Preferred SkillsFamiliarity with Agile development methodologies.Exposure to CI/CD tools and version control systems like Git.Understanding of secure coding practices and application performance tuning.Experience supporting Child Support applications, programs, or initiatives.Additional RequirementsHybrid Work Schedule (non-negotiable): There is NO remote-only option. Wednesdays and Thursdays are REQUIRED on-site days (cannot be modified).Open to candidates local to the Lansing, Michigan area or those willing to relocate from DAY ONE at their OWN EXPENSE.Interview process should be all virtual. If they are unsure about a candidate, they may ask them to come on-site if they are able to, but all virtual is fine for candidates that are relocating.Usually 1–2 rounds of interviews, with a mix of soft skills and technical skills questions.Candidates should join from a laptop and be prepared to share their screen if requested.A screenshot photo of the candidate will be required for any interviews, as well as a vendor present at the beginning of the virtual interview to validate the candidate.2 professional references are required and must be attached to the bid in a separate document.