Java Developer

SUMMARY:
6 Months contract role available with Financial Services company is seeking a Java Spring Developer to join their dynamic development team.

Purpose of role:
As an essential member of our technology department, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining Java Spring applications. Your expertise will contribute to the enhancement of their software solutions, ensuring they meet high-quality standards and performance benchmarks.

POSITION INFO:
6 Months contract role available with Financial Services company is seeking a Java Spring Developer to join their dynamic development team.

Purpose of role:
As an essential member of our technology department, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining Java Spring applications. Your expertise will contribute to the enhancement of our software solutions, ensuring they meet high-quality standards and performance benchmarks.

Minimum requirements:

• BA degree in computer science or related field,
• 6 Years + hands on Java Spring Development experience, including Spring Boot.
• Experience using agile methodologies.
• Required Skills: JavaScript / TypeScript Frontend Experience (Angular / React) TSQL (Stored Procedures and Functions) ASP.net (Framework 3.5 and greater)
• Preferred Skills: SQL Design and Implementation
• Experience in Cloud Computing
• Experience in team-based software development
• Strong understanding of database design and SQL.
• Version control experience using Git or similar tools.

• Understanding of the digital landscape
• Ability to work with continuous integration and delivery tools.
• Ability to work within Agile methodologies.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards challenges.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts effectively.
• Any relevant certifications in Java Spring development are a plus.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologie

• Provide technical expertise for project and team during design and code reviews, ensuring best technical practices are applied.
• Follow Agile Development practises
• Assist development team in compliance with policies and procedures. Accountability: Software Solution Design
• Apply Software Engineering Practices
• Participate in Release and Iteration Planning meetings with engineers and users.
• Assist during design of the software solution
• Assist in physical and logical database design and be able to interpret design diagrams and documents.
• Understand software engineering techniques such as the use of UML (Unified Modelling Language), Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF), etc.

• Be aware of software standards applicable in the organisation. This can include standards for quality, security and compliance (SAS 70) Accountability: Software Solution Development
• Be able to successfully interpret design documentation and build the software solution according to the specified requirement.
• Develop and test technical solutions using the development tools applicable to the team he/she functions in.
• Apply software engineering best practices gained through formal education, policies and work experience, during development of software solutions.
• Solution Reviews Provide constructive feedback for improvements after solution reviews. Install and test latest Service packs and patches that apply to the environment
• Attend to maintenance calls from business via System Administrator, within SLA, and with minimum returns and/or bugs Accountability: Task Time Management
• Able to interpret project and development plans and understand project roles, project goals and timelines.
• Manage time effectively during task execution to meet assigned milestones.
• Establish responsible deadlines for reporting staff and personal work plans Accountability: General
• Communicate with team members or relevant stakeholders regarding technical design and implementation of the solution.
• Be able to use team collaboration tools such as document libraries, source control and email.
• Attend meetings to understand customer requirements, make design decisions and report on progress
• Assist with installation of hardware environments; provide guidance regarding hardware requirements to host the software solution