Senior Programmer Analyst
Employment Type: 13 Week Contract to Hire
Work Arrangement: Onsite - Easton, Columbus, OH
Pay: Available on W2
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Programmer Analyst to design, develop, modernize, and support enterprise-grade applications using modern front-end frameworks, scalable backend services, and cloud-based platforms.
This role requires hands-on experience with React, Angular, Java microservices architecture, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to deliver secure, high-performing, and maintainable solutions.
The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams including business stakeholders, architects, developers, QA, and production support to drive application enhancements and support the full software development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain responsive front-end applications using React and Angular
Build, enhance, and support Java-based backend services and microservices
Develop and integrate RESTful APIs across front-end, middleware, and backend systems
Contribute to cloud-native design and deployment using Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions
Analyze existing applications and recommend modernization strategies to improve scalability, performance, and reliability
Support production environments, troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable fixes
Participate in code reviews, testing, releases, and DevOps practices
Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture artifacts, and development standards
Mentor junior team members and promote best practices across front-end, backend, and cloud development

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in software development, application engineering, or systems analysis
Hands-on experience with React for front-end development
Strong Java development experience , including REST services and microservices
Experience with cloud platforms , preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Experience supporting and maintaining enterprise-level applications

• Preferred Qualifications

Experience with modern UI architecture patterns and reusable component design
Familiarity with Spring Boot , API integration patterns, and microservices-based architectures
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, source control, automated testing, and DevOps practices
Exposure to application modernization, cloud migration, or transformation initiatives
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences
Ability to work independently, lead technical discussions, and collaborate across distributed teams
Core Competencies
Strong full-stack development expertise
Ability to build scalable, secure, and high-performance applications
Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
Attention to detail and commitment to code quality
Continuous improvement and learning mindset

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