Java Developer

Position: Java Developer
Location: Springfield, MA - Hybrid (Onsite Tuesdays & Wednesdays)
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 5 months to start

Job Description

• The client is looking for an experienced Java Developer Consultant who is fluent in Java and is comfortable with HTML and CSS.
• Exceptional junior candidates will be considered.

Required Skills, Experience and Responsibilities

• Develop greenfield backend services using Java 17/21 on AWS Lambda
• Enhance existing applications using Java 17 and Spring Boot on ECS Fargate
• Interact with Oracle databases using SQL and PL/SQL
• Develop new front end pages with HTLM, CSS, Bootstrap and AJAX
• Enhance existing front ends using Thymleaf, HTML, CSS and AJAX
• Write thorough, correct unit tests using Junit and Mockito
• Deploy code using Jenkins
• Modify IaC using Terraform
• Interact with end users to determine requirements

Minimum Requirements / Education

• Bachelor s Degree
• Strong proficiency in Java 17/21
• Experience working with Oracle databases
• Experience building front ends using HTLM, CSS, Bootstrap and AJAX
• Experience writing Unit tests with Junit and Mockito
• Exposure to AWS Lambda and ECS Fargate
• Excellent Communication skills
• Highly adaptable and resilient under pressure
• Independent worker able to clear their own blocks

Nice to Have:

• Experience with HTMX
• Experience with Terraform

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a collaborative environment with integrated code reviews and continuous integration practices. They will be accustomed to openly sharing their ideas and contributing actively to team discussions.