Location: Columbia, MD (Remote/Hybrid if local to Maryland; MON & WED in the office)

Residency Requirement: Candidates must have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).

Sponsorship: This position does not offer any type of sponsorship. Candidates must already be authorized to work in the U.S. (e.g., Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).

Clearance: Public Trust Clearance (or ability to obtain)

Job Overview:

Cogent People Inc. is seeking a Java Full Stack Developer proficient in back-end (Java) and front-end (Angular) development, software design and architecture, and cloud (AWS) architectures, to support a large-scale Federal Government IT program in the healthcare domain.

Responsibilities:

· Design and implement back-end and front-end software components using Java and Angular according to standards and specifications.

· Develop and maintain unit tests to ensure quality and reliability of developed components.

· Review and understand functional specifications and contribute to technical design of software components.

· Operate in an agile environment, including estimating work and providing accurate status updates.

· Collaborate with team members to understand impacts across the software ecosystem and recommend improvements.

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

· 5+ years of experience in developing back-end services and REST APIs using Java, Spring Boot, MVC, and Batch.

· 5+ years of experience in developing front-end web applications using the Angular framework.

· Thorough understanding of application design principles, best practices, and performance/scalability considerations.

· Proven experience with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases.

· Proficiency with Linux-based environments.

· Proficiency with build tools (Maven, Gradle).

· Thorough understanding of CI/CD pipelines and toolchain.

· Exposure to NoSQL technologies.

· Experience with XML and JSON processing.

· Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality and accurate work.

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

· Proven ability to manage time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. 

· Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience implementing solutions for mission-critical systems.

· Experience in federal government programs or regulated environments (CMS experience is preferred).

Why Cogent People Inc.?

At Cogent People, we foster a collaborative, growth-driven environment where innovation thrives. You’ll be part of a team working on mission-critical technology solutions that make a real impact. We offer competitive salaries, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future.

As a Certified Great Place to Work, we prioritize employee satisfaction and provide a supportive, inclusive culture where every team member is valued and empowered to succeed.

Benefits: 

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage. 

401(k) Plan: Matching contributions. 

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage: Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance. 

Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of PTO annually, plus 10 holidays. 

EEO Employer:

Cogent People Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, or any other status protected by law.