Programmer 6 / Java-React Developer
Job description
165081 - Programmer 6 – Java / React Developer || State of Michigan (MDOT)
Programmer 6 – Java / React Developer
Client: State of Michigan – Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
Project: Project Development & Maintenance
Duration: 1 year + likely extension
Max Rate: $55/hr C2C
Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 2 days onsite per week (Tuesdays & Wednesdays)
Location: Michigan
Submission Deadline: September 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST
Interview: Likely 2 rounds; in-person interviews required
Position Overview The State of Michigan is seeking a Programmer 6 / Java-React Developer to support MDOT's Project Development and Maintenance programs. The resource will work within an Agile development team to design, develop, test, and deploy applications while collaborating with project managers, application owners, resource managers, and UI/UX teams.
The ideal candidate should have strong full-stack development experience, excellent communication and teamwork skills, self-direction, and the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop, enhance, test, and deploy Java-based applications.
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Build modern, responsive user interfaces using React.js.
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Collaborate with project managers, application owners, resource managers, and UI/UX teams.
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Participate in Agile ceremonies, planning, development, testing, and deployment.
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Develop and maintain applications within the Spring, JPA/Hibernate, Oracle, and JBoss environments.
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Write clean, maintainable, and high-quality code.
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Troubleshoot complex application issues and support ongoing maintenance.
Required Experience
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7+ years programming complex systems using current Java and development tools such as Eclipse/JBoss Developer Studio.
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4+ years programming with Java 8.
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5+ years development using the Spring Framework.
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5+ years development using JPA/Hibernate.
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5+ years working in an Agile development environment.
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4+ years programming with Oracle 12C or 19C.
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4+ years developing responsive user interfaces using React.js.
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4+ years programming in the JBoss Enterprise environment.
Desired Experience
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Front-end development with a strong focus on WCAG 2.1 or higher accessibility standards.
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4+ years with JUnit and Tiles.
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4+ years with reporting tools such as JasperReports.
Candidate Requirements
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Local Michigan candidates strongly preferred.
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Candidate must be available onsite from Day 1.
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No remote-only option.
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Candidate must be available for in-person interviews.
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Resume must contain the candidate's full legal first name and last name only and should be limited to 4–5 pages
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