Junior Java Developer/Test Engineer

About the role

This contractor resource will assist with the development and implementation of NC FAST as a Junior Java Developer within the NC Department of Health and Human Services. The position contributes to the full lifecycle of Java-based applications in a collaborative environment, focusing on growth and quality software delivery in the Curam Application.

Responsibilities

• Write test scripts and perform manual testing.
• Create and execute TOSCA automated test scripts.
• Write JUnit and JMockit test scripts to support automated developer testing.
• Assist senior developers in building, testing, and debugging Java applications.
• Write clean, efficient, testable, and well-documented code following industry standards.
• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving feedback to improve code quality.
• Work with databases and integrate database changes into applications (e.g., SQL).
• Contribute to system documentation and continuous improvement of development processes.
• Stay current with new testing and Java technologies, trends, and best practices.
• Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining new Java applications and features.
• Collaborate with senior developers and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and implement solutions.
• Debug and resolve software defects to ensure application stability.

Requirements

• 3 years’ experience developing and executing automated test scripts in TOSCA.
• 3 years’ experience using HP test tools including Test Director/Quality Center 9.0 or higher and Quick Test Professional (QTP) 9.5 or higher.
• 3 years’ experience testing web, GUI, client/server, and database applications.
• 3 years’ experience with requirements analysis and automated test cases/script development.
• 3 years’ experience with automated testing, testing tools, writing test plans, and reviewing test cases.
• 2 years’ experience coding using Java/J2EE.
• 2 years’ experience developing and testing using JUnits and JMockit.
• 2 years’ experience executing SQL to validate or test.
• 2 years’ experience using NeoLoad and qTest.
• 2 years’ experience with Agile (Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe) development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks within the project and work with minimal supervision or guidance.
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills to interact daily with system developers, business analysts, and others.
• Experience navigating on a UNIX platform.

Qualifications

• Understanding of FNS/SNAP Program Policy guidelines.

Skills

• Proficiency in writing test scripts.
• TOSCA script development and execution.
• JUnit and JMockit script development.
• Solid understanding of Java fundamentals, object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms.
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience with development tools (IDEs like Eclipse, Git, RSA).
• Knowledge of Q-Test and NeoLoad.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Exposure to Spring Framework, Hibernate, or related technologies.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with testing Curam products.
• Experience testing for a health and human services project.