Java Developer - contract - hybrid - Columbus, OH - Local and W2 candidates only

Hello! I'm searching for a Senior Java Developer for a long term (6 months +) contract job in Columbus, OH. This opening is hybrid and candidates must be willing to work in office in Dublin, OH multiple days per week. Non-local candidates will not be considered. This developer must have senior level experience with Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA, GraphQL, RESTful API's, Kafka, and similar technologies. Pay range for this contract job is $60-70 an hour W2. More job details below. If you are qualified and interested in learning more, please apply today!

You must be employable in the United States without sponsorship to be considered for this open job.

We re looking for a Senior Java Software Engineer who is passionate about designing and developing systems that directly impact millions of members and partners. If you thrive in an environment where technology meets purpose, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.
What You ll Do

• Design and develop enterprise-grade Java applications and distributed systems that drive our healthcare navigation platform.
• Architect and implement scalable, reliable, and secure backend services within a cloud-native (AWS) ecosystem.
• Collaborate across teams product, DevOps, and data to turn complex healthcare and business needs into elegant, high-performance solutions.
• Champion system design and best practices for performance, security, and maintainability.
• Integrate automation into testing, deployment, and monitoring pipelines to improve quality and delivery speed.
• Mentor and support other engineers, fostering a culture of learning, ownership, and technical excellence.

What You Bring

• 7+ years of professional experience in Java application development and system design.
• Proven ability to design and build distributed, cloud-based systems using Spring Boot and Hibernate/JPA.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, GraphQL and RESTful APIs, and event-driven systems (Kafka experience a plus).
• Experience with AWS services and best practices for cloud scalability and resilience.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD, testing automation, and tools such as Maven, Gradle, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.
• Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases (Postgres, SQL Server).
• Familiarity with front-end frameworks such as React or React Native is a plus.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Passion for improving healthcare systems through technology and innovation.

Nice to Have

• Experience with TDD/BDD, domain-driven design (DDD), or event-driven architectures.
• Understanding of healthcare data and compliance standards (HIPAA, HL7, FHIR).
• Background in scaling enterprise applications or working within a growing organization.

Why You ll Love Working Here

• Be part of a mission-driven enterprise transforming how healthcare benefits are understood and utilized.
• Opportunity to influence architecture and technical direction in a growing engineering organization.
• Work with modern technologies and a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and continuous learning opportunities.