Senior Java Developer

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyzes, designs, programs, debugs, and modifies complex and diverse software enhancements and features used in local, networked, cloud-based, or Internet-related computer programs
• Applies complex professional concepts and company objectives to resolve issues in creative and effective ways
• Actively participates as a developer on a Scrum team, building software solutions according to team backlog
• Effectively collaborates with team members to achieve a shared goal
• Executes and promotes development standards, including writing readable code, automated tests, and documentation
• Collaborates with other developers within the development teams to ensure best methods and techniques are used in development
• Ensures merge/pull requests are reviewed and approved
• Serves as technical owner for code written, including executing development standards for their code within applications/systems
• Analyzes technological trends and proposes formal recommendations for improvement when appropriate
• Keeps job knowledge up-to-date by studying new development tools, programming techniques, and computing equipment; participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal and professional networks, and participating in professional organizations

Essential Skills & Abilities

• High-level competencies in Java 8-11, JEE, Spring boot, Hibernate, Maven, Kubernates, Docker, Jenkins,
• Proficiency in relational database technology such as; PostgreSQL and SQL Server
• Demonstrated ability to deliver product features to customers in a production environment
• Deep understanding of RESTful design principles and experience creating and consuming APIs
• Familiarity with databases and message brokers
• Solid understanding of web security fundamentals
• Solid understanding of data security and handling of sensitive information (PII, PHI, HIPAA)
• Experience with revision control and CI tools (GitLab, TFS)
• Experience with at least one cloud environment such as Heroku, AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Firm understanding of standard SDLC, lean, and agile practices
• Ability to rapidly learn and apply new technologies
• Previous experience of working with agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban
• Passion for building great products and successfully delivering to customers
• Fluent in English

Education and/or Experience

• BS in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree required
• 08+ years of professional software engineering experience required