Senior Web Developer

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CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Web Developer to design, develop, test, implement, and support web and API-based software solutions for CAI clients. This position will be a full-time contract and hybrid in Chicago, IL.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with a team of application specialists to support enterprise client applications
• Develop and unit test REST web services and web-based solutions using HTTPS technologies
• Utilize tools such as SOAP UI and Postman for API development, testing, and validation
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions that align with established development standards
• Create and maintain code documentation and technical design documentation
• Develop both backend and frontend components for web-based applications
• Resolve software defects in a timely and thorough manner
• Participate in application and network performance tuning activities
• Assess, prioritize, and triage issues based on business impact and urgency
• Escalate issues to management when appropriate
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while ensuring project timelines and deliverables are met
• Participate in cross-training initiatives and knowledge-sharing activities across teams
• Quickly learn new applications, technologies, and systems introduced into client environments
• Promote teamwork, collaboration, and effective communication among CAI and client team members
• Deliver high-quality, defect-free solutions that align with industry standards and application best practices
• Analyze and assess vendor-released application upgrades and enhancements

What You'll Need

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience as a Programmer Analyst, Software Developer, IT Consultant, or similar role
• Strong experience with Java
• Strong experience with Angular 13
• Strong experience with Spring Boot
• Strong experience with Spring Data JPA
• Strong experience with Spring Framework
• Strong experience with Spring Security
• Strong experience with Hibernate
• Strong experience with Maven
• Strong experience with Bootstrap
• Strong experience with Oracle databases
• Strong experience with JBoss
• Experience using Git Lab
• Experience using SQL Developer and Toad
• Experience using JIRA
• Experience using JBoss Cruise Control
• Experience using Eclipse
• Experience developing and testing RESTful APIs and web services
• Experience with SOAP UI and Postman
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong client-facing and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Sound decision-making skills with the ability to seek guidance when needed
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team

Preferred:

• Experience with payment processing systems
• Experience with AWS cloud technologies
• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise applications
• Experience with performance tuning and application optimization
• Experience working in consulting or client services environments

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards
• Sedentary work that…