Lead Java Developer

Job Description

Requires MANDATORY IN-PERSON INTERVIEW in Chicago. If selected, one can work 100% remote.

We are seeking a Senior Java Developer to join our IT team. This position will be full-time, remote, and is a contract position.

• Collaborate with a team of application specialists in supporting our client's enterprise applications
• Develop and perform unit testing REST web services and solutions using https-based web applications
• Translate business requirements into code in compliance with defined development standards, including all code documentation and design documentation
• Write backend as well as frontend code for web-based applications
• Resolve defects in a timely and thorough manner
• Participate in performance tuning across both application and network tiers
• Assess and triage issues at various levels based on priority and urgency
• Manage multiple priorities to ensure timelines are met
• Participate in cross training and knowledge sharing of best practices, both within and outside of the team
• Rapidly learn new applications and technologies as new systems are added to CAI's client programs
• Promote teamwork and effective communication. Fostering mutually beneficial working relationships with all CAI and client team members
• Deliver defect-free solutions that are compliant with industry and application best practices
• Analyze periodic, vendor-released application upgrades

• Knowledge of tools like SOAP UI and Postman is a must
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Programmer / Analyst, Software Developer, IT Consultant, or similar occupation
• Deep technical knowledge of recent versions of the following tools and technologies:
  Java, Angular
  
  JS, Spring Boot, Spring Data JPA, Spring Framework, Spring Security, Hibernate, Maven, Bootstrap, Oracle, JBoss, Git Lab, SQL Developer / Toad, JIRA, JBoss Cruise Control, Eclipse
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work well under pressure and to perform to deadlines
• Team player who is self-aware
• Sound decision making ability with the ability to consult where needed
• High level of attention to detail and a desire to drive quality
• The ability to work unsupervised