Java Developer [AQ-12476]
Aquent is proud to partner with a prominent financial institution, a recognized leader in delivering innovative and reliable services. This institution is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through robust technological solutions and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Join a team where your contributions directly impact the security and efficiency of critical client-facing systems, fostering trust and driving forward the future of financial services.
About the role
This is an incredible opportunity for a highly skilled and passionate Software Development and Engineering professional to join a vital team focused on business-critical operations. This role is your chance to make a significant impact by designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge Java-based web services. You will be at the forefront of building scalable, reliable, and high-performance solutions that are crucial for integration projects, directly influencing the efficiency and security of operations. If you thrive in a dynamic Agile environment and are ready to lead, innovate, and solve complex challenges, this role offers the perfect platform for your expertise and growth.
Responsibilities
- Implement new features, ensuring alignment with best practices, rigorous internal standards, and project goals.
- Write well-designed, clean, maintainable, testable, and efficient code using the Springboot framework.
- Optimize existing systems for performance, scalability, resiliency, and security.
- Collaborate with various cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Analyze and investigate software solution problems, meticulously documenting findings.
- Perform software maintenance and correct identified defects.
- Mentor junior developers, sharing knowledge and providing essential technical guidance.
- Conduct thorough code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure quality deliverables.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- A BA/BS degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, coupled with 4+ years of experience in software development with a strong focus on Java and related frameworks.
- Extensive knowledge of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and front-end/back-end integration (4+ years).
- Proficiency in modern software development practices, including CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and test automation (4+ years).
- Experience with writing queries and developing monitoring Dashboards within a logging and monitoring platform (3+ years).
- Demonstrated experience with TDD practices and writing integration tests in Cucumber (4+ years).
- Practical experience working with document-oriented and SQL Databases (2+ years).
- Experience developing Avro schemas for event streaming platforms (2+ years).
- In-depth experience in Agile methodologies and tools (4+ years).
- Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
- A strong sense of ownership, self-motivation, and a passion for resolving technical challenges.
- Proven leadership skills, capable of guiding and inspiring teams.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across team boundaries.
Skills
- Must-Have: Java, Springboot, AI
- Nice-to-Have: Logging and monitoring platform experience, Angular, SQL Database
Benefits
Eligible talent get access to amazing benefits including:
- Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans
- Paid sick leave
- Retirement plans with a match
- Free online training through Aquent Gymnasium