100% Remote Position This is a 3-6 month contract with option to convert to FTE for the right fit. Skills/Experience:3-5+ years experience Java, J2EE, Oracle, Sybase, DB2 application support, maintenanceProject Life cycle management Equipment to be provided by Client Responsible for designing, developing, & maintaining complex Java based applications that support the business needs of Client Dental and Vision. Analyzes and interprets business/user requirements; designs and develops programing to fulfill the request and requirements of the business/user through Java; tests, troubleshoots, makes updates and supports the business applications in alignment with overall goals and objectives of Client Dental and Vision Participates and drive development life cycle to include creating the concepts, design, and quality testing; utilizes best practice techniques as well as providing solutions to complex development tasks; monitors efficiency and address production and non production issues Coordinates with other developers to integrate Java into system/web applications to support Client Dental and Vision; serve as a leader on projects, architectural development, and testing Provide direction, mentorship, and guidance to lower level developers; handles more complex issues and assists with lower to midlevel issues; reviews work of others as necessary Perform other duties as required Attention to detail and results oriented, with a strong customer focus Ability to work as part of a team and independently Problem-solving skills to gather and present results in a manner applicable to a diverse stakeholder group Communication skills to collaborate, explain and answer data related questions Technical writing skills for documenting design of complex solutions Ability to prioritize workload to meet tight deadlines Ability to work in environments with competing and alternating priorities, with a constant focus on delivery Ability to refine business acumen and establish domain / industry vertical expertise