Senior Software Engineer (Java)

Senior Software Engineer – Java Full Stack

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer – Full Stack with a strong technical background in PL/SQL, Unix, Java, and JavaScript to lead a team of developers and work on the design, development, and maintenance of web-based applications. The ideal candidate has previously worked as a Full Stack Developer, has hands-on experience in both frontend and backend development, and is capable of mentoring and guiding the team in various technical tasks.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Mathematics, Business Management or equivalent.
• Ten years of systems design and analysis experience. This experience must include a minimum of five (5) years as a technical/task lead, providing technical direction to lower-level staff.
• 8+ years of experience as a Full Stack Developer, including hands-on experience in PL/SQL, Unix, Java, and JavaScript.
• 5+ years in: SQL, Oracle PL/SQL
• 5+ years of progressively more complex programming experience in large-scale information system environments
• Previous experience in a Team Lead role is required.
• Strong understanding of relational databases and SQL optimization.
• Experience in Unix/Linux scripting and system administration.
• Expertise in Java backend development, with a good understanding of frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, etc.
• Proficiency in JavaScript and modern frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
• Familiarity with web technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, and RESTful APIs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders and team members.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in DevOps practices and cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Relevant industry certifications such as Oracle Certified Master, Oracle Database Development (OCM), Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and guide a team of developers, ensuring effective collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Define and enforce best coding practices, standards, and procedures.
• Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Conduct code reviews, troubleshoot issues, and optimize application performance.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of ongoing projects and ensure timely delivery.
• Designing technical architecture that meet needs for scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Participating in business requirement gathering sessions, gathering user data requirements, understanding the user requirements, and assisting in the reconciliation of technical and business requirements.
• Ensure that all solutions follow security and compliance controls.
• Assist in planning, architecting, designing, developing, testing, and deploying applications.

Development

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of scalable, high-performance web applications.
• Use PL/SQL to develop and optimize database queries, stored procedures, and functions.
• Develop and maintain complex Oracle PL/SQL stored procedures and functions. Provide programming direction as necessary to lower-level programmers as appropriate to position level.
• Write shell scripts and automate processes on Unix platforms for backend server operations.
• Develop efficient, reusable code in Java for backend services and APIs.
• Implement responsive UI components and features using JavaScript (and related frameworks like Angular, React, or Vue).
• Ensure seamless integration between frontend and backend services, adhering to full-stack development best practices.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (designers, QA, DevOps, etc.) to ensure smooth project execution.
• Work closely with business to gather and refine project requirements.
• Stay up to date with the latest technology trends and recommend improvements to the existing systems and architecture.