Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer, Java Developer

Description

Our client is seeking a senior to advanced level software engineer with strong expertise in front‑end development. While this role does include full‑stack development, the initial project will be primarily focused on frontend delivery. In addition to application delivery, this role serves as a mentor for less experienced development staff, and close collaboration with our User Experience team.

• Collaborates with UX and graphic designers to deliver visually appealing web solutions adhering to 508 compliance standards and standardized design systems.
• Partners with product owners and customers in the development of innovative solutions that achieve business goals.
• Reviews and analyzes business and technical requirements and implements technical solutions to meet those requirements.
• Works in multidisciplinary team with full‑stack developers.
• Applies the principles of software engineering to the design, implementation, configuration, and optimization of multiple web‑based applications.
• Creates unit and automation tests as part of Continuous Development.
• Cross‑browser testing of new features.
• Conducts peer code reviews, provides recommendations, and works with peers to improve software coding practices.
• Fixes bugs, supports QA and UAT phases of releases.
• Keeps abreast of latest and emerging technologies.
• Fosters an agile mindset enabling high‑performing teams.
• Provides coaching, education and advocates for front‑end development best practices.
• Experience with API infrastructure and development, and associated tools and best practices.
• Provides on‑call support, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, incident management, and service request management for supported products and environments.

• Java
• AWS
• Type Script
• CSS
• HTML
• Angular
• CI/CD
• Git
• Jenkins
• Python

• Strong expertise in the creation and/or practical application of components in design systems (versus only having exposure to pattern libraries).
• Advanced experience with multiple programming languages (Java, Python, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of some cloud‑based platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, etc. and the ability to learn new platforms.
• Willingness to become proficient in any new programming language or tool quickly.
• Experience with centralized application observability and monitoring across disparate tools and services.

Expert Level

This is a Contract position based out of Kansas City, MO.

• The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $95.00/hr.
• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&DD for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a hybrid position in Kansas City, MO.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.