Backend Java developer

Title Backend Java Developer Location Chicago, IL Position Type W2 contract Experience Requirements 15+ years of experience designing and developing software applications in Java Minimum of 3+ years of experience leading geographically dispersed teams Required Skills Strong Java 17 Backend development (MUST) RESTful web services AWS knowledge: IAM, Kinesis, DynamoDB, API stack, SQS, SNS, KMS PostgreSQL or any relational database DevOps High Availability and Reliable Solutions Some architecture experience Desired Technical Skills Python experience Job Description Competent to perform all programming and development assignments without close supervision; normally assigned the more complex aspects of systems work. Acts as team leader for development and support groups; provides programming and application/technical leadership, guidance, and assistance to other team members. Works directly on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution, including responding to off-shift and weekend support calls. Works independently on complex systems or infrastructure components that one or more applications or systems may use. Drives application development focused around delivering business valuable features. Maintains high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits. Identifies and encourages areas for growth and improvement within the team. Mentors junior developers. Communicates with end users and internal customers to help direct development, debugging, and testing of application software for accuracy, integrity, interoperability, and completeness. Leads development of new functionality and applications on cross-functional teams. Performs integration testing and customer acceptance testing of components that requires careful planning and execution to ensure timely, quality results. Participates in technology evaluation and recommendations. Applies an enterprise-wide view to solutions to support the adoption of standards and practices and promote reuse. Performs production support triage, coordinating incident resolution and stakeholder communication. Performs other job duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time. Soft Skills Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints Passion for technology and eagerness to contribute to a team-oriented environment Mentoring junior developers Production support triage, incident resolution, stakeholder communication Required Education Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field #J-18808-Ljbffr Accord Technologies Inc