SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Responsibilities

Code, modify, test, and document new and existing programs using JSP, Servlet, Java Bean, JavaScript, JDBC, and SQL to meet project requirements
Conduct unit, module, functional, and volume testing; analyze test results and implement corrective actions to ensure software quality
Prepare and document test data, and set up testing and production environments to support deployment processes
Maintain comprehensive program and system documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and system maintenance
Assist in defining file structures and processing logic to support application system design and functionality
Produce deliverables in compliance with group standards and procedures to ensure consistency and quality
Collaborate with Project Leaders to study and design application systems, coordinate work, manage projects, and support user training activities
Troubleshoot and provide technical support to end-users during application system implementation and maintenance to resolve issues promptly
Train contract programmers in relevant programming skills to enhance team capabilities
Participate in Disaster Recovery activities, including simulation exercises at Disaster Recovery sites, to ensure business continuity
Continuously learn and acquire new programming skills related to system development and maintenance as assigned by supervisors
Perform other system development and maintenance tasks as assigned by supervisors

Required competencies and certifications

Proficient in English speaking and writing to communicate effectively in a professional environment
Minimum three (3) years post-graduate experience working with personal computers or compatibles to ensure familiarity with hardware and software environments
Minimum three (3) years post-graduate experience using Microsoft OS (Windows 7 or higher) and Microsoft Outlook to support system operations
Minimum three (3) years’ experience within the past four (4) years in programming with JSP, Servlet, Java Bean, JavaScript, session management, JDBC, and SQL to develop and maintain applications
Minimum two (2) years’ experience within the past three (3) years coding with HTML5, XHTML, AJAX, REST API, JSON, Java Server Faces, and EJB components to build web applications
Ability to conduct unit, module, functional, and volume testing; analyze test results and take corrective action to ensure software reliability

Preferred competencies and qualifications:

Hands-on experience with IBM RAD9.0 or above, Eclipse, or equivalent IDEs to enhance development efficiency
Experience in portal and portlet development to support enterprise web applications
Knowledge of n-Tier Architecture to design scalable and maintainable systems
Familiarity with Java Web Security/LDAP, JEE Security, and JEE Transaction to implement secure and reliable applications
Experience with XML, SOAP Web Services, JNDI, and UML diagrams to support integration and documentation
Skills in secure coding practices to prevent application vulnerabilities such as cross-site scripting, injection flaws, race conditions, and improper error handling