Application Developer - Java

  • Mindbank Consulting Group, LLC
  • Fort Collins, Colorado
  • 01/10/2026
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Job Description



Mindbank Consulting Group is seeking experienced Application Developers / Full Stack Developers to support the design, enhancement, and maintenance of enterprise-scale web applications in a complex, data-driven environment. This is a bid and, therefore, these are anticipated opportunities.


Where? Fort Collins, Colorado, OR Falls Church, Virginia, FULLY ONSITE, 5 DAYS PER WEEK. This is not hybrid; this is not remote; exceptions cannot be made. Mindbank does not provide relocation assistance.

Who? This is a government contract, and applicants must be either US Citizens or US Permanent Residents . No exceptions.

How much? Salaries are based on each applicant's professional experience and skills. Please feel comfortable speaking about your compensation requirements; I will be transparent with you during our conversation.

This role involves developing custom applications, integrating Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable systems that support critical business and decision-making processes.


The ideal candidate is comfortable working across the full software development lifecycle and enjoys translating functional requirements into reliable technical solutions.


Key Responsibilities


Design, develop, integrate, and maintain custom applications and COTS-based solutions

Enhance existing systems by implementing bug fixes, performance improvements, and new functionality

Integrate COTS platforms into broader workflows while ensuring a cohesive and intuitive user experience

Collaborate with engineering, data, reporting, and domain stakeholders to translate requirements into technical designs

Design and implement secure APIs to support data exchange between internal and external systems

Perform unit and integration testing, debugging, and defect resolution to ensure system stability and reliability

Create and maintain technical documentation, including API specifications, architecture notes, and integration guidance

Ensure solutions comply with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements

Participate in Agile/Scrum development activities, including sprint planning, code reviews, and continuous improvement efforts

Required Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

5+ years of professional experience as a full stack developer in enterprise environments

Strong proficiency in Java 8+ and modern software development practices

Experience integrating and extending COTS solutions

Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies

Hands-on experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs

Experience working in cloud-based environments (AWS or comparable platforms)

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Experience with some or all of the following technologies is preferred:


Languages & Frameworks: Java (8+), Groovy, JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, Python, R (including R Shiny), Spring Boot, Grails

Front-End Technologies: Angular, React

Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Docker, Jenkins, Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS Lambda

Databases & Data Stores: SQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Neo4j, Redis

Integration & Middleware: REST APIs / Web Services, MuleSoft

Platforms & Tools: Tomcat, Artifactory, CI/CD pipelines, AI-assisted development tools