Software Engineer - Java

Software Engineer - JavaTalent Software Services is in search of a Software Engineer - Java for a contract position in St. Paul, MN. Opportunity will be six months with a strong chance for a long-term extension. This engineering position will be part of an agile dev-test team responsible for designing, developing, and deploying some of the most visible, exciting, and challenging software on the Internet. Our software solutions are easy to use, scalable, and highly performant. Engineers on the team will be called on to research components or technologies, present findings to the team, document software design, implement business logic, document a test strategy, write automated tests, demonstrate completed work to operations teams or product owners, and communicate with team members to improve our process and efficiency.Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:The ideal candidate will have good social and communication skills as well as a strong understanding of the fundamentals of the Java Programming Language, including concurrency and data structures.As part of a highly performant agile team, engineers will participate effectively in daily standup meetings, weekly grooming sessions, and product demonstrations. Engineers will be expected to take ownership of product backlog items from design to deployment. Successful engineers will work closely with team members to become familiar with our software components and make a positive impact on software projects as well as team chemistry.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field8+ years of work experience with object-oriented languages, preferably JavaExperience with data-structures, algorithms, and computational complexityExperience with Linux or Unix operating systems administrationExperience with scripting languages like Perl, Python, Unix Shell, or othersExperience with SQL and relational databasesExperience with test automation tools and strategiesExperience with deployment automationExperience with computer networking protocols, firewall rules, and security systemsExperience with Docker, Terraform, Jenkins, Ansible, Git and other Continuous Delivery toolsExperience with performance metrics, profiling, and dynamic code analysis is a plusIf this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities including contract, contract to hire and permanent placement. Let's talk!