Senior Java Software Developer – Technical Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +8 more states.

📋 Description

• Act as the technical leader for the CMS Drug Data Processing System (DDPS) and Payment Reconciliation System (PRS) application development team.

• Take ownership of sprint-level delivery execution, mentor developers, and ensure code quality governance.

• Spearhead the development of the Manufacturer Discount Program (MDP) system, GLP-1 business rules, and enhancements directed by CMS.

• Oversee developer workload, manage sprint commitments, and refine the backlog in collaboration with the Solution Architect and Program Manager.

• Lead the development of systems related to invoice processing, disputes, outliers, and reconciliations.

• Supervise legacy system maintenance and oversee the creation of business rules.

• Implement automated testing, peer reviews, secure code reviews, and practices for BDD/TDD.

• Deliver code via the CMS CI/CD pipeline and coordinate releases through the CMS change control board.

• Mentor senior and mid-level Java/AWS developers, perform code reviews, and drive the reduction of technical debt.

• Facilitate AI-assisted development using CMS-approved tools and contribute to the AI Use Case Inventory.

• Engage in PI Planning, sprint ceremonies, and conduct demo presentations for CMS stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.

• At least 8 years of experience in software development.

• A minimum of 3 years in a technical lead or team lead position.

• Strong expertise in Java development.

• Proficient in Python.

• Familiarity with Agentic AI or AI-assisted development tools.

• Experience with GitHub, Jenkins/CloudBees, JFrog Artifactory/XRay, SonarQube, and Snyk within CI/CD pipelines.

• Proficient in using Pytest, UnitTest, and conducting database testing with DBFit/FitNesse.

• Experience in enforcing an 80% automated test coverage requirement.

• Knowledge of AWS services including EC2, Lambda, S3, SQS, and API Gateway.

• Experience working in a SAFe Agile environment, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and PI Planning.

• Ability to successfully pass CMS and internal background checks for public trust.

• Must reside in one of the designated U.S. states: Virginia, District of Columbia, Maryland, Tennessee, Florida, Arizona, Colorado, Oregon, or Texas.

• Position is contingent upon contract award.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.

• Emphasis on supportive work/life balance.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• A collaborative and supportive professional atmosphere.

• Engage in mission-driven work that positively impacts healthcare IT.