Sr. Java Engineer

Important Information:

• Years of Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in Java development.
• Job Mode: Full-time
• Work Mode: Remote

We are looking for an experienced Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Java Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance Java applications and services. Your expertise in Java, Spring (or similar MVC frameworks), Unix/Linux, web service technologies, and cloud platforms such as AWS will be instrumental in driving the success of our projects. You will play a key role in creating service-oriented designs, ensuring robust version control, and implementing continuous integration and delivery pipelines. If you are a talented Java developer with a passion for innovation and a strong analytical mindset, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Design, develop, and maintain Java applications with a focus on performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Utilize Spring or similar MVC frameworks to build robust and efficient web applications.
• Work in Unix/Linux environments and proficiently use various shells for scripting and system administration tasks.
• Implement service-oriented architectures and technologies to create scalable and reliable systems.
• Develop and consume web services, including SOAP and REST, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
• Proficiency in both SQL and NoSQL databases for data storage and retrieval.
• Employ version control systems like Git and actively participate in code reviews.
• Create and manage Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like Jenkins and Puppet.
• Utilize queuing technologies, including JMS, ActiveMQ, and RabbitMQ, to design and implement asynchronous communication solutions.
• Leverage AWS services such as S3, SQS, SNS, and EC2 for building and deploying cloud-based applications.
• Identify opportunities to enhance monitoring and alerting capabilities in systems and applications.
• Troubleshoot and provide solutions for production issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal system performance.
• Demonstrate exceptional analytical skills in problem-solving and debugging complex software issues.
• Communicate effectively through well-structured written and verbal communication, collaborating with teams at all levels.
• Exhibit exceptional interpersonal skills and maintain a professional demeanor in all interactions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 5 to 7+ years of hands-on experience in Java development, with proficiency in Java versions 1.6 and beyond.
• Strong knowledge of Spring or similar MVC frameworks.
• Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments and shell scripting.
• In-depth understanding of service-oriented design principles and web service technologies.
• Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git and code review tools such as Stash.
• Previous experience in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Puppet.
• Hands-on experience with queuing technologies like JMS, ActiveMQ, and RabbitMQ
• Working knowledge of AWS services, including S3, SQS, SNS, and EC2.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities to enhance system monitoring and alerting.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to provide effective solutions for production issues.
• Exceptional analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor conducive to collaboration and teamwork.

Encora is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity equality and inclusion. 
We embrace and encourage our employees and applicants/candidates' differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity and/or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. 
 
Every individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including harassment of any kind