Java Developer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer to join our growing development team in Columbia, Tennessee. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience building enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and cloud technologies. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.

Required Skills

• 7+ years of Java development experience
• Strong expertise in Java 8/11/17
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security
• Experience developing Microservices Architecture
• Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs and web services
• Experience with Hibernate/JPA
• Solid SQL skills with Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQL
• Experience with Kafka or RabbitMQ
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience working in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI
• Proficiency with Git, Maven, and Gradle
• Strong understanding of software design patterns and best practices
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java applications.
• Build scalable and secure microservices using Spring Boot.
• Develop and consume REST APIs and integrate with third-party services.
• Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Participate in application design, code reviews, and technical discussions.
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot production issues.
• Implement automated unit and integration tests.
• Work with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployments.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, security requirements, and industry best practices.
• Provide technical documentation and support throughout the SDLC.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with event-driven architectures using Kafka.
• Exposure to container orchestration using Kubernetes.
• Experience with cloud-native application development on AWS.
• Knowledge of React, Angular, or modern front-end frameworks is a plus.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk, Datadog, or ELK Stack.
• Financial, healthcare, insurance, or enterprise application experience preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Key Technologies

Java | Spring Boot | Microservices | REST APIs | Hibernate/JPA | Kafka | SQL | AWS | Docker | Kubernetes | Jenkins | Git | Maven | Agile/Scrum

Note: Candidates must be authorized to work on a W2 basis. Sponsorship is not available.