IT Applications Developer/Senior - Java Developer

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location: Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate: $36.060

Job Posting:

JR2026-00030219 IT Applications Developer/Senior - Java Developer (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

11-07-2026

Job Description:

Are you a quick learner? Are you detail oriented, organized, and a good problem solver? Do you like routine but yet embrace variety? Are you a team player and customer-service oriented? Consider joining our team!
Nebraska DHHS is seeking a skilled back-end Java Developer to join our N-FOCUS Technical Architecture Team. The candidate must have strong experience in Java to design, develop, and maintain modern, scalable applications. This role requires full-stack development expertise using Spring Boot, Apache FOP, Apache Camel (backend), React (frontend), SQL Server (database) and IBM DB2(database).
We offer an excellent total compensation package including: 13 paid holidays, immediate earning of vacation and sick leave; state-matched (156%) retirement plan; health (79% employer contribution), dental, vision, and life insurance options, and we are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
The State of Nebraska is value driven, and these values are at the core of everything we do: Treating others with dignity & respect – ethically sound – customer is always the priority
***This is a full-time/permanent on-site role in Lincoln, Nebraska. Not eligible to be a contracted position.

**The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position.**

Examples of Work

• Design, develop, and maintain full-stack applications using Spring Boot, React with integration with MS SQL Server and IBM DB2
• Develop and expose RESTful APIs to support internal and external system integrations
• Build responsive and reliable back-end processes
• Build responsive SOAP/ REST based web services
• Support existing back-end processes and systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, QA, and business stakeholders
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues and support release deployments

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, mathematics, engineering or other related field and two years of experience, education, or training in coding computer applications; programming experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in full-stack application development
• Strong experience with Java for code development
• Strong experience with Spring Boot (Java) for backend development
• Strong experience with React for front-end development
• Proficiency in SQL Server including query development and performance tuning
• Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices
• Understanding of secure coding practices and authentication mechanisms
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Experience in public sector or healthcare environments is a plus

Other: Position is located on-site at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln. No remote or hybrid work.

Hours: Monday – Friday (business hours) with occasional off hours support.

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.