Senior Java Backend Developer

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Job Overview

The Applications Development Intermediate Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement complex backend services and APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
• Contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle, including analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following established coding standards and best practices.
• Lead code reviews, ensuring code quality, performance, and security.
• Collaborate with product managers, front-end developers, and other stakeholders to define requirements and deliver solutions.
• Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, ensuring system stability and reliability.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the evolution of our backend infrastructure.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Experience: 3-7 years of professional experience in backend software development, with a strong focus on Java.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Proficiency in Java and the Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA).
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and data structures.
  • Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle.
  • Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
  • Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git.
  • Experience with unit and integration testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito).
• Problem Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Education: Bachelor's or master’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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