Hybrid contract role in Trenton, NJ with CAI building cloud integrations and client-facing interfaces for major New Jersey initiatives. You will work on MuleSoft solutions deployed on Amazon EKS, plus AWS-based services that support REST APIs, data transformation, and event-driven workflows. This position is full-time, with onsite presence in Trenton 3 days per week, and an hourly rate of USD 95–101.
Responsibilities
- Build, deploy, and support MuleSoft integrations running on Amazon EKS for the NJ DCF HR Modernization initiative
- Develop NJ Client interfaces using the API Module, including REST API development and integration workflows
- Create DataWeave transformations and event-driven services leveraging AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and PostgreSQL (RDS)
- Write automated unit tests, support CI/CD pipelines, maintain documentation, and collaborate with developers, architects, and QA teams to deliver reliable deployments
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of software development experience
- Hands-on experience with MuleSoft Development, including DataWeave
- Experience deploying applications to Amazon EKS/Kubernetes
- Experience with AWS Lambda, API Gateway, PostgreSQL (RDS), REST API development, automated testing, and Git-based development workflows
Technologies
- MuleSoft, DataWeave
- Amazon EKS, Kubernetes
- AWS Lambda, API Gateway
- PostgreSQL (RDS)
- REST APIs, CI/CD pipelines, Git
- API Module
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k retirement account access
- Paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law
Additional Information
Desired experience includes event-driven architectures, external write gateway integrations, and familiarity with child welfare or human services systems, including State of New Jersey agency experience. Certifications of interest: AWS Certified Developer Associate and MuleSoft Certified Developer.
Physical Demands: Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA and other federal, state, and local standards. Sedentary work with sitting or remaining stationary most of the time, plus occasional movement around the office for meetings. Ability to conduct repetitive computer tasks using a mouse, keyboard, and monitor.
Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, direct inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824-8111.
EEO Statement: CAI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. CAI also supports affirmative action and prohibits harassment and retaliation under applicable EEO laws.
