Skip to Main Content

LRS

Careers

Added Feb 18, 2026 Java Developer (45887) Madison, WI | Full-time Apply

For additional information on how we handle your data, see www.LRS.com/privacy

Benefits Link Button Image

Job Description

Codeworks, an LRS company, is recruiting a Senior Java Developer for a contract role. This position allows you to apply your development expertise in support of critical technology solutions for one of our client partner

Our client is seeking a Senior Java Developer with experience in Java, Spring Boot, messaging queues, caching technologies, and Angular. This role contributes to building and maintaining scalable, reliable applications that integrate Java‑based backend services with Angular front‑end components. The position involves working collaboratively with technical and business teams across the full software development lifecycle.

  • Develop and maintain backend applications using Java to support scalability and performance needs.
  • Work with Spring Boot, messaging queues, caching technologies, and tools such as Kafka and Redis (or comparable technologies).
  • Build and maintain Angular‑based front‑end interfaces with attention to responsiveness, accessibility, and ADA/WCAG compliance.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including business analysts and QA/APM teams, to understand and implement requirements.
  • Create and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless integration between front‑end and back‑end systems.
  • Identify and resolve technical issues to support system reliability and maintainability.
  • Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices relevant to Java and Angular development.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to maintaining code quality and consistent development standards.
  • Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including planning, design, development, testing, and deployment.

Required Skills

  • Experience with Java, Spring Framework (including Spring Boot), Hibernate/JPA, messaging queues, and caching mechanisms.
  • Experience with Angular (version 6+), TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
  • Experience designing and documenting RESTful APIs using Spring Boot and OpenAPI.
  • Familiarity with middleware platforms such as Apache Kafka, Redis, and Boomi (or similar technologies).
  • Experience with CI/CD processes, deployment automation, and configuration management in dynamic environments.
  • Ability to create wireframes or mock‑ups to support communication of design concepts.
  • Understanding of relational database concepts and usage.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Ability to analyze technical challenges and propose effective solutions.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum, iterative development, and Waterfall methodologies.
The base range for this contract position is $40.00- $50.00 per hour, depending on experience. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all U.S. locations. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors.

Codeworks, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status.

In some cases, Codeworks, an LRS company, uses generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) in support of our hiring processes. Codeworks takes steps to ensure the use of AI does not result in discrimination based on protected class(es). AI may be used in the hiring process solely in support of the assessment of candidate qualifications. All decisions in the hiring process are made by LRS employees. If AI will be used in the hiring process for the position for which you are applying, you will be notified and will have the opportunity to opt out. Please contact AI.Questions@lrs.com with any questions.