Java Developer

About this role

My client is seeking an experienced Java Developer Contractor to join their team on an initial 6 month basis.  The Java Developer will have several years experience in either a contract or permanent java developer position.

Dublin based client – contract – daily rate contract

The Applications team have an opportunity for a Contract Java Developer to join their software engineering department to contribute to enterprise wide solutions for their clients.

The position requires a strong background in application solutions and business architectures, with familiarity of infrastructure and cloud computing a bonus.  You must be a self-starter who is passionate about the technology you are building, and eager to produce world-class services. You should have an appetite and appreciation for new technologies and their disruptive influence.

As a member of the development team, the java developer will leverage their background of design and development skills to define, prototype and implement new solutions as well as support several existing applications. The successful java developer will participate in the development of customer facing application services across mid-tier and presentation layers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow approved Software Development Methodology for process, architecture, design, code and testing.
• Engage with Architect(s) and other Tech Leads.
• Develop clear and concise documents of complex scope.
• Actively participate in the definition of both functional and non-functional requirements of a system and define the development strategy, standards and support tools.
• Participate in design reviews and recommend improvements.
• Recommend new technologies to ensure quality and productivity.
• Work with other developers in planning, prioritizing and executing assigned tasks within deadlines.
• Foster a spirit of creativity, innovation and constant improvement.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience as a software developer demonstrating significant complex story deliverable ownership.
• A proven track record in software engineering in a large enterprise environment is required.

Skills and Knowledge

• Must have excellent core Java skills.
• Thorough understanding of Web app development and deployment to Linux based servers.
• Database related development experience.
• Strong knowledge on development frameworks.
• Worked in a Continuous Integration environment using tools such as Jenkins, Stash, Sonar, Git, Maven, Ivy.
• Expert understanding and experience with the full development life cycle process.
• Experience developing and presenting designs and prototypes.
• Excellent problem solving and design skills.
• Experience developing on Linux.
• Worked with Agile Development Teams.