Java Developer

Responsibilities 

* Responsible for the hands-on design and development of core Java applications. 

* Perform the role as Agile Squad member developer as part of a Client Correspondence Fleet. 

* Analyze user requirements, envision system features and functionality. 

* Interface with global team of developers and business users. 

* Produce proof of concept in the new areas of development. 

* Ensure high quality of deliverables while enforcing development and security best practices 

* Participate in design discussions and contribute to the architecture process. 

* Investigate production issues. 

* Provide technical support for debugging web applications, database and assistance to production systems. 

* The candidate will support continuous improvement of the automated systems. Participate in all aspects of SDLC (analysis, design, coding, testing and implementation) 

* Actively contribute and participate in design and architecture discussions, daily stand-ups, and Agile Sprint planning sessions. 

Required Skills 

* 5 - 7 of hands on professional experience using Core Java, Java Restful APIs, Gradle, Spring, Spring Boot, Kafka and related frameworks. 

* 2+ years? experience of working with geographically dispersed teams, that fall across different time zones 

* Solid understanding and experience with Object-Oriented design and development 

* Experience in building server-side applications using J2EE Technologies. 

* Proficient with database technologies (preferably DB2), including modelling and performance tuning. 

* Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments. 

* Experienced with JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD) using Concordion framework, and Behavior Driven Development using Cucumber and Gherkin. 

* Competency with source control (preferably Git) and Continuous Integration tools such as Jenkins. 

* Practiced understanding of Agile development methodologies & understanding of DevOps Integration 

* Hands on with Agile software/tools (e.g., JIRA, etc.). 

* The ability to write reusable, optimized, maintainable code that is well documented and follows industry-standard best practices 

* Good problem-solving skills * Good communication and presentation skills: ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner, across all stakeholder groups and with staff from junior to senior levels 

Desired skills 

* Proficiency with Exstream (OTX), Angular, jQuery and in-memory databases. 

* Knowledge of Financial markets, lending based products & Wealth Management 

* Prior work experience with cloud-based applications 

Educational Qualification: 

* Minimum BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.