Senior Application Engineer-Cloud/Java Developer

Overview

On Site
Hybrid
$114,500-$179,500 per year
Full Time

Skills

Java
Testing
Supervision
Specification Gathering
User Experience
Continuous Improvement
Collaboration
Computer Science
Information Systems
Training
Software Development
Agile
Version Control
Programming Languages
SQL
Python
JavaScript
HTML
Cascading Style Sheets
Database
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Analytical Skill
Communication
Software Testing
Quality Assurance
Customer Support
Knowledge Base
Data Structure
Algorithms
Scalability
Mentorship
Microsoft Azure
Cloud Computing
Access Control
Marketing Intelligence
MI
Microservices
Kubernetes
Apache Kafka
Real-time
Banking
Finance
Project Management
Performance Management
Preventive Maintenance
Military
Media
IP
Intellectual Property
Recruiting
Market Analysis
Policies and Procedures

Job Details

Overview

Design, develop, and optimize software applications that bridge technical teams and end-users, addressing business needs through innovative solutions and enhancing member or internal user experiences. Leverage the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment, to ensure efficient system improvements. Work under minimal supervision and use complete understanding of business needs and objectives to support projects that have an impact on the achievement of operational goals. Advanced skill set and proficiency with procedures and techniques.

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Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and optimize high-quality software applications using various, advanced programming languages and frameworks that meet business requirements
  • Collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, and team members to gather and analyze requirements and translate them into technical specifications, propose innovative solutions, and ensure timely task completion
  • Write advanced, clean, scalable, and maintainable code that adheres to industry best practices and organizational coding standards
  • Implement data structures and algorithms efficiently, optimizing code for performance, scalability, and user experience
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve advanced application functionality, performance, and bugs, ensuring quality and system improvements
  • Conduct advanced and team code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and learn from colleagues' expertise to maintain a high-quality codebase
  • Lead small projects and initiatives, while building strong working relationships with stakeholders, team members and subject matter experts, driving collective success and continuous improvement
  • Contribute to generating and adhering to application and software development engineering policies, standards, and procedures
  • Continuously learn from individual and team experiences, fostering growth and improvement through collaboration and continuous feedback

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training or experience
  • 5-7 years of experience in application or software development engineering.
  • Complete knowledge and understanding of business area/specialization
  • Advanced proficiency in software development principles, methodologies (including Agile), and version control systems
  • Expertise in programming languages and development tools such as SQL, Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, with strong knowledge of modern frameworks and libraries
  • Deep understanding of database structures, web technologies, and technical applications, capable of designing and implementing scalable solutions
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to address complex technical issues efficiently
  • Advanced written and verbal communication skills for articulating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience in software testing, quality assurance, and optimizing code for performance, scalability, and maintainability
  • Advanced knowledge of customer support tools, ticketing systems, and knowledge base platforms for effective resolution of technical issues
  • Expertise in data structures, algorithms, and applying them for optimal application performance and scalability
  • Ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and contribute to the development of engineering policies, standards, and procedures


Desired Qualifications
  • Azure Cloud: AKS, AKV, AC, ACR, App Insights, MI
  • Scaling of microservices
  • Kubernetes, config-map, secrets, helm-charts, hpa/keda
  • Kafka: Realtime message processing, connectors
  • Working knowledge of banking and financial industry standards and practices, working knowledge of Navy Federal functions, philosophy, operations, and organizational objectives


Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Locations: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180 | 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526 | 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602

About Us
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.

Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected Veteran.

Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team's discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position

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