Sr Backend Application Developer

Job Description Summary Writes, debugs, executes, and maintains source code for software applications. Works under the direction of a Lead Developer. Collaborates with business analysts to ensure requirements are clear, with other developers for integration, and with testers to support testing plans and resolve defects. Conducts unit testing and ensures code meets performance and quality standards. Responsibilities Analyze complex system requirements, including identifying program interactions and appropriate interfaces between affected components and subsystems. Make recommendations for new code development or reuse of existing code. Lead assigned projects, assigning tasks, coordinating efforts, and monitoring performance across cross‑functional teams and multiple sites. Recommend new technologies and methodologies to management to meet business needs, resolve problems, and exploit opportunities; remain current with emerging technologies. Obtain and evaluate information related to reporting formats, costs, and security requirements to determine appropriate hardware configurations. Participate in system testing and validation procedures, programming, and documentation activities. Provide technical advice and expertise and assist in resolving complex programming issues. Write and/or review system specifications, including output requirements and process flow diagrams. Review test results; document test activities; and record corrective and remedial actions. Ensure thorough problem analysis and apply preventive approaches to avoid rework and schedule slippage. Qualifications Five (5) years of experience including Java 8 and J2EE development, Spring Framework and ORM technologies (JPA/Hibernate), Object‑Oriented Design (OOD) principles. Experience building highly scalable microservices using Spring Boot. Database queries, PL/SQL, and functions in Oracle. Messaging systems experience with JMS (IBM MQ, ActiveMQ). Unit testing frameworks such as JUnit and Mockito. Experience with caching technologies is a plus. Familiarity with the AI ecosystem and related technologies is preferred. Experience with Kafka or similar messaging platforms is desirable. Exposure to Apigee or other API gateway solutions would be an added advantage. Hands‑on experience with AWS cloud services is a plus. Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer and Information Science (Required). Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering (Optional). Business Experience 3 to 6 years of general experience (at least five with Java etc.). Workstyle Hybrid workstyle policy: expected to be in a Raymond James office location a minimum of 10–12 days a month. This role is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. Benefits The total compensation includes base salary or wages and may include components such as additional compensation, discretionary bonuses, or commissions. Eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Equal Opportunity Employer The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr