We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior JAVA Fullstack Developer and Team Lead to join our dynamic technology team. The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader with a strong technical background, responsible for guiding a team of developers while contributing to the design, development, and deployment of mission-critical enterprise applications. This role requires a deep expertise in Java-based full-stack development, modern DevOps practices, and the ability to mentor and manage a high-performing team.
Responsibilities:
- Full-Stack Development:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance web applications using Java (Core & Enterprise), Spring Boot, Angular, and JavaScript.
- Develop and integrate with RESTful APIs and SOAP web services, ensuring secure and efficient data exchange.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
- Architecture & Design:
- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the design of new features and systems.
- Ensure solutions are aligned with enterprise architecture standards and strategy.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the full stack.
- DevOps & Deployment:
- Manage and improve CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and/or Lightspeed for automated builds, testing, and deployments.
- Deploy and manage applications on Linux-based environments, including containerized platforms like OpenShift (ECS) and Kubernetes.
- Gain and maintain proficiency in managing application servers such as WildFly, Apache, and WebLogic.
Recommended Qualifications:
- Experience:
- A minimum of 8+ years of professional experience in software development, with a significant focus on Java-based enterprise applications.
- Proven experience in a team lead or senior developer role with mentorship responsibilities.
- Technical Skills:
- Core Programming: Expert proficiency in Core JAVA and JavaScript.
- Backend: Extensive hands-on experience with the Spring Boot framework.
- Frontend: Strong experience with Angular for building modern user interfaces.
- Web Services: Deep understanding and practical experience in designing and consuming REST APIs and SOAP web services.
- Databases: Proficiency with relational databases such as Oracle, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
- Platforms & Servers: Hands-on experience with Linux servers, OpenShift (ECS), and application servers like WildFly, Apache, and WebLogic.
- DevOps: Demonstrable experience with CI/CD practices and tools, specifically Jenkins or Lightspeed pipelines, and application deployment on Kubernetes.
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
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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Skills Required
- At least 8 years of professional software development experience, with significant Java enterprise application experience
- Experience in a team lead or senior developer role with mentorship responsibilities
- Expert proficiency in Core Java and JavaScript
- Extensive hands-on experience with Spring Boot
- Strong experience with Angular
- Experience designing and consuming REST APIs and SOAP web services
- Proficiency with Oracle, MySQL, and PostgreSQL or similar relational databases
- Hands-on experience with Linux servers, OpenShift, WildFly, Apache, and WebLogic
- Experience with CI/CD practices, Jenkins or Lightspeed pipelines, and Kubernetes deployment
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment
- Bachelor's degree, university degree, or equivalent experience
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