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Java Developer I - 100% remote

Medical College of Wisconsin
parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 403(b), remote work
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Jul 13, 2026
Summary The Enterprise Development team is responsible for delivering on project and support needs managed by Information Technology Solutions which comprise of strategic and institutional priorities. The team designs, builds, and maintains the software that supports the MCW mission, including Java-based applications and services, inbound and outbound integrations, application extensions, customizations, and custom developed solutions that extend enterprise platforms. This software ecosystem is critical to MCW's mission operations and the development team is essential to managing and maintaining this complex environment. Under direct supervision, the Enterprise Applications Engineer I is a developing Java developer building foundational skills. This position assists in developing and implementing business solutions through the full software life cycle process. With guidance from senior team members, these resources contribute to the design, development, testing, integration, deployment and support of enterprise software applications. This position is 100% remote. All remote work must be performed within one of the MCW registered payroll states, which currently includes: WI, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, TN, TX, and UT Primary Responsibilities Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of scalable, API-first solutions that extend and integrate with enterprise platforms, including building, consuming, and managing RESTful and SOAP-based APIs, and developing Java-based applications and services using modern frameworks and design patterns to enable secure, reliable data exchange across internal and external systems. Apply AI-assisted development practices to accelerate solution delivery, including leveraging AI tools for code generation, testing, documentation, and analysis, while ensuring adherence to enterprise standards and security practices. With guidance, convert well-defined concepts and ideas into solutions through the preparation of specifications consistent with the IS development methodology for business application projects and customizations that will be integrated with existing applications. Assist in analyzing and modifying existing business applications and processes and provide recommendations for system and process improvements. Diagnose and resolve routine problems in the maintenance and support of business applications, escalating complex issues to senior team members as needed. Interact with client and technical teams to define requirements, resolve issues and develop solutions. Provide input when reviewing new business application designs to ensure consistency with business objectives and technical standards. Operate within a complex product and business environment while managing assigned requests. Able to maintain focus on priority tasks with appropriate supervision and direction. Collaborate with the business and management teams to develop efficient plans, processes, timelines and work required for addressing all identified support and upgrade activities. Partner with infrastructure and security teams to ensure solutions meet enterprise standards for authentication, authorization (e.g., SSO/SAML/OAuth), data protection, and compliance. Knowledge - Skills - Abilities Technical: Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience as a Java developer, preferably within a Banner Student Information System Environment, or equivalent academic, internship, or project experience. Foundational experience designing and developing applications using Java and related frameworks (e.g., Spring, Groovy/Grails). Exposure to Banner and its extensibility model is preferred. Familiarity with integrations using APIs, web services (REST/SOAP) and middleware frameworks. Experience with development tools including IntelliJ/Eclipse, Git and SQL Developer. Communication: Excellent listening, written and oral communication skills are essential to this role. Providing service in a consultative manner is essential. Ability to convert concepts and ideas into finished solutions, through the collaboration with business users of varying experience. Organizational: Ability to manage multiple concurrent deliverables across projects in a full lifecycle environment including production support. Problem Solving/Analysis: The ability to think critically and problem solve are essential in this role. Attention to detail and collaboration are required. Qualifications Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis. Please submit a resume and cover letter. Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree Minimum Required Experience: 1+ years of application development experience with an emphasis on Java development, or equivalent academic or internship experience. Exposure to developing, enhancing, or supporting Java-based applications. Familiarity with integrations between internal/external systems using APIs, middleware or file based interfaces is preferred Physical Requirements Work requires occasionally lifting or retrieving moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously. Work Environment Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment. Sensory Acuity Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects. #LI-AV1 Why MCW? Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options 403B Retirement Package Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Pet Insurance On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc. For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring - Collaborative - Curiosity - Inclusive - Integrity - Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you. For more information, please visit our institutional website. MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination: The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.