This is a contract opportunity. You will be employed by Magnit to work on assignment with GuideWell and subsidiary companies including Florida Blue.

PROJECT: Working with a team of 6-10 on federal cost transparency project. Position approved for 6 months but could go beyond that based on budget/project work.

JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer to join our team, with expertise in Spring Boot, Jenkins, and containerization technologies (OpenShift or Kubernetes). As a Senior Java Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying high-quality software applications using Java technologies, with a focus on cloud-native development and DevOps practices.
Key Responsibilities:
•    Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable and secure Java-based applications using Spring Boot
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements
•    Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, ensuring efficient and automated testing, building, and deployment of applications
•    Work with containerization technologies (OpenShift or Kubernetes) to deploy and manage applications in a cloud-native environment
•    Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, bugs, and defects in complex systems
•    Develop and maintain technical documentation for applications and systems
•    Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in Java development, DevOps, and cloud-native development
•    Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance and support

Requirements:
•     5+ years related work experience, Professional experience with technical design and coding in the IT industry
•    5+ years of experience in Java development, with expertise in Spring Boot (2.x and above)
•    Strong knowledge of Java ecosystem, including Java SE, Java EE, and related technologies
•    Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Docker, GitLab CI/CD, etc.)
•    Containerization experience with OpenShift or Kubernetes, including deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications
•    Strong understanding of cloud-native development principles, including microservices architecture, service mesh, and serverless computing
•    Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)
•    Excellent problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to work independently
•    Strong communication and teamwork skills

Required Education: 
•Related Bachelor’s degree or related work experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The preferred qualifications listed below reflect desired knowledge, skill, and/or experience.
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
•    Various Domain experience; Health Care, Financial, etc
•    Specific tools, languages and specialty skills may vary

GuideWell and its family of companies including Florida Blue has partnered with Magnit as its Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Employer of Record (EOR) since 2018. In May of 2025, GuideWell joined Magnit Direct Source to implement the GuideWell Contractor Cohort. This program is designed to create, manage and curate a contractor talent pool for temporary contract opportunities with GuideWell. As a contractor working on temporary assignment with GuideWell, you will be employed by Magnit.