Lead Java Web Application Engineer

2 weeks ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States State of Minnesota Full time

Position Title: Lead Java Web Application Engineer

Job Classification: Information Technology Specialist 5

Agency: State of Minnesota IT Services

  • Job ID: 79246
  • Location: Minneapolis
  • Telework Eligibility: Yes #LI-Hybrid
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Job Status: Limited
  • Application Eligibility: Open to all qualified candidates
  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
  • Division/Unit: Department of Education
  • Work Schedule: Day Shift
  • Work Days: Monday - Friday
  • Travel Requirements: None
  • Compensation Range: $66.92 / hourly; $81,724 - $139,728 / annually
  • Job Class Option: Object Oriented
  • Classified Status: Unclassified
  • Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - Professional Employees (MAPE)
  • Projected Duration: anticipated duration of two (2) years
  • FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional

About the Role:

At the State of Minnesota, our employees are integral in shaping policies, delivering essential services, and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. We are dedicated to fostering equity and inclusion, investing in our workforce through comprehensive benefits, support resources, and opportunities for professional growth.

Join a dynamic team of over 2,600 professionals at Minnesota IT Services (MNIT), dedicated to connecting residents with services that enhance their lives. This role specifically supports our partners at the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), managing the critical technical functions that underpin public education in Minnesota, including funding disbursement and large-scale reporting of school performance data.

The Lead Java Web Application Engineer will play a pivotal role in the development of custom web-based applications for the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE). This position entails leading the design and execution of large-scale, complex computer systems, ensuring the optimal functionality of existing web applications, and directing the technical architecture of agency systems, business processes, and automation initiatives. As a Lead Engineer, you will mentor and guide advanced technical specialists on projects of significant scope and complexity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate closely with senior management to analyze business processes and propose automation strategies that enhance operational efficiency.
  • Lead the design and implementation of system architecture, ensuring alignment with the agency's strategic objectives.
  • Oversee the development of web applications, utilizing best practices in coding and design.
  • Facilitate effective communication among team members and stakeholders to ensure mutual understanding and project success.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must demonstrate a minimum of five (5) years of IT experience as a Full Stack Java Developer, focusing on the development of comprehensive object-oriented Java web applications, including analysis, design, implementation, build scripting, and unit testing.

Experience must include:

  • Proficiency with web application frameworks such as Spring Framework or Spring Boot.
  • Experience in Azure app development and migration, along with GitHub Actions.
  • Hands-on experience in user interface design using HTML3, CSS3, JavaScript, and React.
  • Expertise in SQL database management, including creation, modification, and querying.
  • Familiarity with database integration technologies such as JDBC and Hibernate.
  • Knowledge of source control systems like GitHub or Subversion.
  • Strong customer service skills, including active listening and problem-solving abilities.

A master's degree in Information Technology or a related field may substitute for three (3) years of experience, while a bachelor's degree may substitute for two (2) years, and an associate's degree may substitute for one (1) year.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Groovy and Grails.
  • Familiarity with cloud technologies and microservice development.
  • Extensive experience in web application performance analysis and optimization.
  • Ability to integrate third-party libraries into applications.
  • Experience with build tools such as ANT, Gradle, or Maven.
  • Leadership experience in project management and mentoring junior developers.
  • Advanced skills in using and configuring IDEs such as IntelliJ and Visual Studio.

Additional Requirements:

Successful candidates must pass all legally required checks prior to employment, which may include criminal history checks, reference checks, and education verification.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The State of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified applicants with disabilities.



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