Application Developer II – Java & SQL

Why work at OpTech? OpTech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at OpTech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today! To view our complete list of openings, please visit our website at www.optechus.com. Job Description We are seeking an Application Developer II with 3+ years of hands-on software development experience to develop, maintain, and support healthcare applications on the Facets platform. The team focuses on interface development for HMO products, so healthcare payer experience is required. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in Java, Spring Boot, Spring Batch, SQL, stored procedures, and REST APIs, along with experience using AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot. Key Responsibilities * Develop, enhance, maintain, and deploy enterprise applications. * Build and support Java-based applications using Spring Boot and Spring Batch. * Develop and troubleshoot SQL queries, stored procedures, and batch-processing solutions. * Design, develop, and maintain REST APIs and backend services. * Create unit tests, execute testing, debug code, and participate in code reviews. * Assist with application design, implementation, and technical documentation. * Use AI coding assistants to improve code quality, testing, troubleshooting, and productivity. * Support CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and Agile/Scrum development processes. Required Qualifications * 3+ years of professional, hands-on application development experience. * *Healthcare payer experience is mandatory*, preferably working with Facets or HMO applications. * Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Batch. * Strong SQL skills, including complex queries, joins, subqueries, optimization, performance tuning, and stored procedures. * Experience developing and maintaining REST APIs. * Experience with Git/GitHub and AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot or similar tools. * Knowledge of object-oriented programming, design patterns, debugging, unit testing, and code reviews. * Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Agile/Scrum methodologies. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an equivalent field. Additional Requirements * Candidates must be local to the Detroit, Michigan area and able to work onsite one day per week. * The manager prefers candidates with a practical, hands-on development background rather than leadership-focused experience. * Candidates should demonstrate a genuine interest in the role and a willingness to stay and contribute long-term. * Visa holders are preferred. . By submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications. OpTech is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, status as a parent, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics as defined by federal, state or local laws. https://www.optechus.com/eeo\_self\_identification/ Pay: $45.00 - $46.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Health insurance * Vision insurance Application Question(s): * Do you have 3+ years of hands-on application development experience using Java? * Do you have hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Spring Batch? * Do you have strong SQL skills, including complex queries, performance tuning, and stored procedures? * Do you have experience developing and maintaining REST APIs? * Do you have hands-on healthcare payer experience? If yes, have you worked with the Facets platform or HMO applications? * Do you have experience with unit testing, debugging, code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines? * Are you currently located in the Detroit, MI area and able to work onsite one day per week? Work Location: Hybrid remote in Detroit, MI 48226