Java Developer

Senior Java DeveloperThe Senior Java Developer position is responsible for the development, integration, and implementation of applications software in a service provider environment that supports the company business strategies and objectives. Provides technical consulting to management, business users, and technical associates. Works closely with other developers as a mentor. As a technical specialist this position works with engineers and architects in continuous improvement initiatives. The position will support the development of a centralized system for scheduling final mile deliveries of store products.Essential FunctionsAcquire and interpret business requirements, create functional specifications, and determine the most efficient and appropriate technologies.Work with Architecture role to review standards to determine the design which best meets project requirements.Responsible for implementing approved architecture design.Submit and review technical and process improvement recommendations as a member of the technical leadership team.Acquisition & DeploymentPerform complex programming assignments based upon established programming standards, methods, and best practices.Design application and database components for development projects.Perform analysis of business models, logical specifications, and customer requirements to design and build solutions utilizing multiple technologies.Identify and mitigate risks associated with projects that have high technical complexity or involve significant challenges to the business.Operational ManagementMaintain and modify applications; make approved changes by amending application documentation, developing detailed programming logic, and coding changes.Provide support for application problems and issues.Act as application Subject Matter Expert across all phases of project life cycle.Willingness and ability to train and teach other developers.Incidental FunctionsConduct research into new technologies, including tools, components, and frameworks.Train and knowledge share with development teams.Mentor and coach developers and Professional Apprentices.Project and task management and reporting as necessary.Make presentations to management, business and peer groups as requested.Schedule and lead communication meetings with project members.Provide tier 2, on-call support for application problems and issues.Analyze performance of programs and act to correct deficiencies after consultation with business groups and approval of IT management.Assist with projects as required to contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization.Participate in hiring activities, fulfilling affirmative action obligations and ensuring compliance with the equal employment opportunity policy.Position RequirementsFormal Education & CertificationBachelors Degree in related field or equivalent experience.Knowledge & Experience5+ years of IT related experience.5+ years of experience working on all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle.5+ years experience using Relational Database Management Systems, preferably Oracle.5+ years experience developing REST Web services.3+ years experience with JPA, Spring, Spring Boot frameworksExperience with Dev Ops processes including CD/CI pipelines preferred.Personal AttributesAdvanced analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.Strong written and oral communication skills.Proven ability and initiative to learn and research new concepts, ideas, and technologies quickly.Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.Ability to translate an idea or need into a completed solution or work product.Physical Activities/Capabilities/Work EnvironmentSit for extended periods of time; walk and stand occasionally.Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components constantly.Lift and transport moderately heavy objects, such as computers, devices, and peripherals occasionally.Work environment involves everyday risk or discomforts requiring normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, i.e., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire regulations.Work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated.Minimal travel is required, additional travel may be required on a project basis.Work outside the standard office 7.5 hour workday may be required.