Java Developer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Phoenix, AZ that is hiring an experienced Java Developer to join their Applications Development and Maintenance team, supporting our client which is a large US Bank, working in an advanced technology environment.

Responsibilities:
* Responsible for development, support, maintenance, and implementation of Java based project modules
* Translate software requirements into scalable, secure Java-based applications, including writing specifications and designing, building, testing, implementing, and supporting applications using Java Spring Boot
* Participate in project planning sessions with technical and functional leads, business analysts, and other team members to analyze business requirements and outline proposed IT solutions
* Collaborate in design reviews, providing input on security requirements, data flow to define technical requirements and ensure high-quality code and adherence to coding standards
* Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot
* Design and optimize SQL queries for performance and scalability
* Work with Oracle databases and write PL/SQL stored procedures, functions, and triggers
* Develop and maintain event-driven architecture using Apache Kafka for real-time data processing
* Monitor and troubleshoot data streaming pipelines, Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins
* Participate in code reviews and Agile development processes, ensuring alignment with pre-defined architectural specifications and identifying/troubleshooting application code-related issues

REQUIREMENTS:
* Agile mindset and should have 5+ Yrs of good hands on as a developer with Java Spring Boot, SQL, OCP, Jenkins, Kafka, Oracle PL/SQL
* Proven hands-on Software Development experience and knowledge of Java build tools
* Hands-on experience with Red Hat OpenShift (OCP)
* Good understanding of containerization (Docker concepts)
* Ability to deploy, manage, and scale applications on OpenShift
* Proven hands-on working experience and strong proficiency in Core Java
* Understanding of event-driven architecture and messaging systems
* Experience building Kafka producers and consumer
* Proven working experience in a team using collaboration tools like GIT, JIRA, etc.
* Hands-on experience building RESTful APIs using Spring Boot
* Strong command over SQL queries (SELECT, JOINs, subqueries, aggregations)
* Experience writing stored procedures, functions, and packages and good knowledge of triggers, cursors, and exception handling in PL/SQL
* Should have Unit and Integration testing experience
* Highly effective written and verbal communication skills

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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