Senior Software Developer

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

WEB SERVICES
AWS
HTML
GIT
CI/CD
MASTER DATA MANAGEMENT
AZURE
JAVASCRIPT
CSS
PAIR PROGRAMMING

Job Details

Job Title: Senior Software JAVA Developer

Project Name: Illinois CCAP Online Application

Location: Hybrid Springfield, IL (Onsite 2 times per week)

No of FTE's: 4


Project Overview:

We are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Software Developer to lead the development of robust, scalable, and high-performance web applications in a modern cloud-based ecosystem. This role requires deep expertise in Java-based backend development, a comprehensive understanding of front-end integration, and extensive hands-on experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS).

As a key member of a cross-functional Agile team, the Senior Developer will be instrumental in the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-grade applications that meet stringent requirements for security, scalability, availability, and maintainability.


Key Responsibilities:

Application Development and Architecture

  • Design, develop, and implement highly responsive and scalable web applications using Java (Spring Boot).
  • Create and manage robust RESTful APIs and microservices that integrate with various client-side and backend systems.
  • Architect and implement clean, reusable, and testable code following modern coding standards and best practices.
  • Lead efforts in pair programming, sprint planning, and design sessions to ensure collective code ownership and shared understanding.

AWS Cloud Engineering (Core Focus)

  • Develop and deploy Java applications in AWS cloud environments, applying cloud-native design principles.
  • Work extensively with core AWS services including:
    • Amazon EC2 configure virtual servers and manage scalable computing capacity.
    • Amazon S3 build secure, high-throughput data pipelines and static resource storage.
    • Amazon RDS manage relational databases, including PostgreSQL, in a scalable and reliable fashion.
    • AWS Lambda design and implement event-driven, serverless computing architectures.
    • CloudWatch / CloudTrail implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting strategies for cloud-hosted workloads.
  • Ensure high availability, security compliance, and cost optimization of all AWS deployments.
  • Integrate AWS services using the AWS SDK, IAM policies, and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices where applicable.

DevOps and CI/CD

  • Set up, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous integration and deployment of software solutions.
  • Manage and automate deployments using tools such as Docker, Git, and IntelliJ in cloud-hosted environments.
  • Conduct code reviews, enforce standards, and ensure code quality through unit testing (JUnit) and UI testing (Selenium).

Collaboration and Agile Practice

  • Work collaboratively within Agile/Scrum teams, contributing to sprints, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.
  • Interact with product owners, stakeholders, and business analysts to gather and refine software requirements.
  • Participate in and drive initiatives for continuous improvement, technical innovation, and knowledge sharing.


Required Skills and Experience:

  • Minimum 8+ years of professional experience in full-stack Java development with expertise in:
    • Java Spring Boot Framework
    • JUnit and Selenium
    • PostgreSQL and JobRunnr
    • Docker, Git, and IntelliJ IDEA
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services, including:
    • EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and IAM
    • Proven experience deploying and managing Java applications in AWS
    • Familiarity with AWS well-architected framework and best practices for cloud-native applications
  • Proven ability to design and implement secure, resilient, and scalable systems.
  • Demonstrated success in leading CI/CD strategy, implementation, and maintenance.
  • Strong understanding of modern web development lifecycle, including design, development, deployment, and maintenance phases.
  • Experience with Agile software development, including DevOps culture, test automation, and rapid delivery cycles.
  • Solid foundation in software design patterns, API architecture, and database schema design.
  • Ensure development complies with cybersecurity, accessibility, and data privacy standards.


Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

  • Experience with Azure or other cloud platforms is a plus.
  • Familiarity with CMS frameworks and content delivery solutions.
  • Preferred experience with JobRunnr platform for workflow automation and job orchestration.
  • Proficiency in front-end languages: HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
  • Knowledge of Master Data Management (MDM) practices and implementation at scale.
  • Exposure to container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes is advantageous.


Soft Skills and Professional Attributes:

  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple assignments, and adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a highly collaborative team.

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