Application Developer
First seen by Alion on Jul 31, 2026. The Hackett Group scores D on the Alion truth index.
Job Description:
The Application Developer would be the primary developer for a cloud-hosted platform with a React/TypeScript front end, Java/Spring Boot microservices, AWS-managed identity, and managed data services. The role covers Java/Spring Boot microservices, basic front-end development, React/TypeScript support, REST APIs, Aurora PostgreSQL, Redis, OpenSearch, S3, Cognito, reporting, and integrations, with cross-training.
Responsibilities:
- Understand the values and vision of the organization.
- Protect the Intellectual Property.
- Adhere to all the policies and procedures.
- Develop and maintain Java/Spring Boot microservices, REST APIs, and platform business logic.
- Support microservices, entitlement-aware workflows, document and content workflows, and application integrations.
- Work with Aurora PostgreSQL, SQL, Redis caching, OpenSearch indexing/search, and S3-based document storage.
- Integrate identity context and secure access patterns using Amazon Cognito and token-based authentication.
- Contribute to React/TypeScript front-end development and complete application workflows.
- Integrate with third-party platforms such as Qualtrics, Lucidchart, and Jaspersoft where applicable.
- Support Bitbucket Pipelines CI/CD workflows, environment configuration, and deployment troubleshooting.
- Participate in code reviews, unit testing, defect resolution, and Agile delivery processes.
- Cross-training as needed.
Essential Skills :
Job :
- 4-8 years of experience developing enterprise application services using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and relational databases.
- Experience supporting microservices, business logic, entitlement-aware workflows, document and content workflows, and application integrations.
- Working knowledge of Aurora PostgreSQL, SQL, Redis caching, OpenSearch indexing/search, and S3-based document storage.
- Exposure to Amazon Cognito, token-based authentication, authorization patterns, and secure service design.
- Working knowledge of React, TypeScript, and modern front-end development practices.
- Understanding of secure coding practices, code reviews, unit testing, and defect resolution.
- Exposure to Bitbucket, Bitbucket Pipelines, CI/CD workflows, environment configuration, and deployment troubleshooting.
Personal :
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working across product, QA, and engineering teams.
- Collaborative approach with strong documentation habits.
- A proactive approach to problem solving with attention to detail.
- Ownership mindset for delivery, defect resolution, and maintenance.
Preferred Skills :
Job :
- Experience integrating with third-party platforms such as Qualtrics, Lucidchart, and Jaspersoft.
- Exposure to Jaspersoft Visualize.js or comparable embedded reporting frameworks.
- Familiarity with AWS Amplify or cloud-hosted front-end deployment patterns.
- Familiarity with Agile processes and ticketing systems such as VersionOne or Jira.
Personal :
- Demonstrate proactive thinking.
- Strong interpersonal relations and team collaboration skills.
- Ability to work under stringent deadlines and demanding client conditions.
Other Relevant Information :
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 4-8 years of experience in enterprise application development, preferably on SaaS or cloud-hosted platforms.
- Willingness to cross-train and provide development coverage across multiple applications.
Skills
Application Architecture, React.js, TypeScript, Java, Spring Boot, REST API, Microservices Architecture