Java J2EE - Intermediate

Location: Chicago, IL

Salary: $50.00 USD Hourly - $55.00 USD Hourly

Description:

Software Engineer - Java/J2EE

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer with strong expertise in Java J2EE application development and modern software engineering practices. You will design, build, test, deploy, and maintain scalable applications while contributing to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain secure, high-quality software solutions using Java J2EE and related frameworks.

Apply software engineering principles across the full development lifecycle: analysis, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

Collaborate in Agile teams, contributing to sprint planning, code reviews, and iterative delivery.

Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines, ensuring application resiliency and security.

Write unit and integration tests (JUnit, TDD) to maintain code quality and reliability.

Troubleshoot technical issues, considering upstream and downstream system impacts.

Contribute to automation initiatives that improve developer productivity and system stability.

Work with diverse datasets to identify issues and support data-driven decision-making.

Foster an inclusive team environment that values diversity, respect, and collaboration.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.

2+ years of professional experience in software engineering.

Proficiency in Core Java, Spring Boot, REST API development, and database querying languages.

Strong understanding of Java design patterns and their application in real-world projects.

Experience with Git, Bitbucket, and other version control systems.

Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies, CI/CD, and Test Driven Development.

Knowledge of software development lifecycle processes and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Exposure to AI/ML concepts, Python, and tools such as GitHub Copilot in VS Code/IntelliJ.

Experience with containerization and orchestration platforms (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS).

Familiarity with messaging systems (Kafka).

Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases.

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