Java API Developer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Java API Developer in Westlake, TX.

Duties:
* Java API Developer will design and architect complex solutions on a platform dedicated to high scale processing of large amounts of data
* Mentor and direct team members on technology and specific design; Own issues and provide end-to-end solutions
* Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to define and deliver our next generation ecosystem
* As a Java API Developer, you will continuously evaluate and prototype emerging technologies within developer & test community to understand business value and feasibility
* Digital mindset, and fluent across technology components including API Services development and consumption using modern frameworks and open-source technologies

REQUIREMENTS:
* 8+ years of hands-on software development experience in Java Web services and API solutions
* Experience in documenting APIs leveraging an API documentation framework (Swagger)
* Experience in state-of-the-art tools and methods to enable efficiency, performance and agility through automating DevOps processes, continuous integration and delivery pipelines (Maven, Jenkins, Stash, Ansible, Docker)
* Experience using testing frameworks like Junit, Mockito, Cucumber, etc.
* Expertise in open-source streaming products, Micro services and Message Oriented Middleware, Stream processing
* Expertise leveraging multiple AWS offerings like EKS, S3, SQS, SNS, Lambda's, etc.
* Deep understanding of API design, including versioning, isolation and micro-services
* Strong knowledge of developing highly scalable distributed systems using open-source technologies
* Knowledge of web application development using JSP, HTML, CSS/SASS, jQuery, Angular and NodeJS would be a plus
* Knowledge of relational and NoSQL database management systems
* Proficient in Java, J2EE, Spring MVC, Spring Core and JavaScript
* Leadership & strong execution skills in a fast-paced environment using agile methodologies
* Capability to support mission critical customer facing platforms and applications
* Engaging in working with global team of developers in leading best practices for software engineering
* Strong team player with excellent collaboration skills
* Have strong communication skills and technical expertise to drive and participate in meaningful discussions

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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