Software Engineer III

Join Sparksoft Corporation to design, develop, test, and deploy software applications supporting CMS efforts to detect and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in a SAFe Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software applications using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.
• Participate across the Agile lifecycle, including planning, estimation, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Follow coding standards and best practices; perform code reviews and write comprehensive unit tests.
• Collaborate with product owners, Scrum Masters, DevSecOps engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues with root cause analysis and preventive measures.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for software applications and processes.
• Improve software development processes and tools to increase efficiency and quality.
• Lead architecture and implementation of secure, scalable, resilient enterprise applications; set architecture and coding standards; guide technical decisions and mentor engineers through design reviews and pair programming.
• Drive complex initiatives from requirements through production release, managing technical risks and dependencies, and coordinating with cross-functional partners to meet performance, security, compliance, and business objectives.

Requirements

• 7+ years of software development experience with strong focus on Java and Spring Boot.
• Expert proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, RESTful API development, microservices architecture, and the ActiveMQ message broker.
• Containerization experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Ability to define API contracts using OpenAPI/Swagger and maintain consistent API design standards across services.
• Experience with synchronous and asynchronous service communication using ActiveMQ, Amazon MQ, and SQS.
• Experience with GitHub and CI/CD using Jenkins.
• Test automation experience with Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, and Cucumber.
• Working knowledge of SQL, Python, Bash scripting, Linux, AWS services (Amazon MQ, SQS, S3, EC2, EKS, RDS, CloudWatch), and Terraform (infrastructure as code).
• Experience with databases and data modeling, including PostgreSQL and Oracle.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Apache JMeter, Grafana, Splunk, DataDog, and CloudWatch.
• Knowledge of analytics tools including AWS QuickSight and Elasticsearch.
• Experience with Agile methodologies (SAFe, Scrum) and tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, Agile environment.
• Public Trust clearance: candidates must be able to obtain and maintain clearance.
• Residence requirement: candidates must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years.

Technologies

• Java, Spring Boot
• ActiveMQ
• RESTful API, OpenAPI, Swagger
• Microservices architecture
• Docker, Kubernetes
• Amazon MQ, SQS
• GitHub, Jenkins
• Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber
• SQL, Python, Bash, Linux
• AWS services: S3, EC2, EKS, RDS, CloudWatch
• Terraform
• PostgreSQL, Oracle
• Apache JMeter, Grafana, Splunk, DataDog
• AWS QuickSight, Elasticsearch
• SAFe, Scrum, Jira, Confluence
• React, Angular
• HIPAA

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Flexible paid time off and hybrid ways of working.
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• A curated in-office experience focused on community, team connections, and innovation.
• Opportunities to give back through Sparksoft Cares, including annual company-wide fundraising events.
• Training and development programs to build skills and prepare for leadership roles.
• A collaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®.

Preferred Experience

• SAFe Agile Certification.
• Experience in healthcare IT (CMS) and understanding of regulatory requirements such as HIPAA.
• Experience and/or knowledge of CMS processes and standards.
• Experience developing responsive, dynamic, interactive user interfaces using Angular and React.
• Experience converting UI/UX wireframes and prototypes into functional applications.

Accessibility and Accommodations

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, contact [email protected] or call 410-424-7700.

Security Notice

• Sparksoft Corporation will never request sensitive personal information via email.
• If you receive suspicious communication claiming to be from Sparksoft, report it immediately to [email protected].

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy

• Candidates must complete interviews and independent assessments using their own knowledge and abilities.
• Unless expressly permitted by Sparksoft, the use of AI during interviews and assessments is strictly prohibited.
• Violations may result in disqualification.