Java Developer with Azure

Job Details:

Job Title: Java Developer with Azure

Duration: Long Term Contract / Contract to Hire

Location: Alpharetta, GA || Hybrid (3 Days On-Site)

What would you say are the top 3 must-have skills you're looking for? (Measurable skills, technologies, etc.)

• Java, Spring
• Azure Cloud
• Secure and AI-assisted coding

Job Description:

Experience and Education

• 8+ years of Software Engineering experience
• B.Sc. (IT)/B.Sc. (CS)/BCA/MCA/BE (Computers/IT) or equivalent experience required.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, modify, develop, write and implement data applications and REST APIs in cloud.
• Develop microservices or middleware APIs under a micro-service styled architecture.
• Fix issues in the existing systems by using the industry standard coding practices.
• Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Implement DevOps strategy in existing and new project.
• Upgrade and enhance existing C++ applications to enterprise Java.
• Work closely with other development team members to understand complex product requirements and translate them into software designs.
• Successfully implement development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews.
• Operate in various development environments (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) while collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Resolve complex technical issues as necessary.
• Keep abreast of new technology developments.
• Design and work with complex data models.
• All other duties as assigned.

Technical Skills

• At least 8+ years of experience of software development programming with enterprise Java
• Proficiency in Java programming with Spring Framework
• At least 3 year of experience with Microservices asynchronous event driven programming or event messaging programming under a pub/sub model.
• Strong secure coding and system vulnerability mitigation experience.
• Strong experience in AI-assisted software development.
• Strong knowledge of Docker containers, Docker CLI and strong practical knowledge of Kubernetes and Kubernetes CLI is desired
• Expertise in other development languages including but not limited to PowerShell, Python, and SQL is desired.
• Strong knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems, especially relational databases including MySQL, Sybase, PostgreSQL, and/or Oracle.
• Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong proficiency with data manipulation language including optimization techniques.
• Strong understanding of normalized/dimensional data modeling principles.
• Strong research skills.
• Strong proficiency with DevOps and Continuous Integration/Delivery tools and Linux bash scripting is desired: Gitlab, GitHub Actions, Ansible, Linux Bash scripting.
• Strong experience working with one of the 2 major Cloud vendors (AWS, Azure) and/or a strong foundational understanding of Microsoft Azure Cloud IaaS and PaaS services offerings is desired: (I.E Azure VMs, Azure App Services, Azure Container instances, Azure Storage Accounts, Azure Database for MySql, etc.)
• Good to have Azure/AWS fundamental and/or developer certifications.
• Experience with Azure Cloud services in particular running containerized workloads in Azure Kubernetes Services is a big plus.
• Ability to interface competently with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Ability to work well with internal and external technology resources.
• Ability to partner and lead internal and external technology resources in solving complex business needs.
• Knowledge of test-driven development and unit testing frameworks/methodologies.
• Ability to write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Good oral and written communications skills.