Application Programmer III

Job#: 3027944

Job Description:
Application Programmer III

Location: Jersey City, New Jersey (Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract

Contract Duration: 12 Months

Role Overview

We are seeking an Application Programmer to contribute to a Securities Pricing Platform. This role involves full-stack Java development with a focus on Oracle databases. The programmer will engage with users to refine requirements and work with the team to ensure the timely closure of tasks and a broader understanding of the application's functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java applications and REST API services using Spring Boot and Jersey.
• Write and manage PL/SQL queries and perform Oracle database programming.
• Code data access logic utilizing Spring Boot.
• Manage transactions, with an understanding of XA transactions and connection pooling.
• Implement test-driven development (TDD) using JUnit or an equivalent framework.
• Work within CI/CD pipelines for application builds and deployments.
• Engage with users to address queries, issues, and refine requirements.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure the closure of all items.

Required Qualifications

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Oracle DB, including PL/SQL queries and programming.
• A minimum of 3 years of Java application development experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with a Web/J2EE application server such as Tomcat, WebLogic, WebSphere, or JBOSS EAP 7.1.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in developing REST API services using Spring Boot and Jersey.
• Experience with coding data access logic using Spring Boot.
• Expertise in transaction management, including XA transactions and connection pooling.
• Knowledge of REST principles and resource-oriented architecture.
• Experience with TDD using JUnit or an equivalent framework.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for build and deployment processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience with the Angular framework and Kendo UI.
• Knowledge of performance tuning and identifying memory leaks.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Rate: $0.00 - $68.26 Per Hour

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.