Senior Java Developer-Assistant Vice President

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Job Overview

The Applications Development Senior 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.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced AVP-level Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic team as an individual contributor. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on developer with a strong background in enterprise-grade applications, a passion for innovation, and a collaborative spirit. This role offers the opportunity to significantly impact our product development through active contributions to design, architecture, and the implementation of robust and scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality, high-performance Java applications using Spring Boot and Spring Framework.
• Act as a lead individual contributor, taking ownership of development tasks from conception through to deployment and support, managing JIRA tickets on a sprint-to-sprint basis.
• Actively participate in and contribute to the design and architectural discussions, proposing innovative solutions and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product owners, QA engineers, and other development teams, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of features.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Liaise with various internal and external teams to coordinate integrations and resolve technical dependencies.
• Ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of applications through adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues, providing timely and effective resolutions.

Technical Stack (Must-Have):

• Programming Language: Java (advanced proficiency - JDK17 at least)
• Frameworks: Spring Boot, Spring Framework
• Databases: Oracle, MongoDB
• Messaging/Streaming: Kafka
• Architecture: Microservices
• APIs: RESTful API design and development
• Security: Solid understanding and implementation experience of application security principles

Additional Good-to-Have Skills:

• Monitoring & APM: AppDynamics
• Logging & Analytics: Kibana
• System Health: Observability practices and tools
• Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8 + years of hands-on experience in Java development within an enterprise environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as an individual contributor and a strong team player.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Candidate Profile:

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented, and self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be passionate about writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code, and will possess a strong desire to learn and adapt to new technologies. A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within a team are paramount.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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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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