Junior Java Developer

HORUS Technology Solutions is seeking to hire a Junior Java Developer. This is an opportunity for a JAVA Developer on a highly visible, fast paced program. This position includes collaboration with both technical and non-technical personnel across all project stakeholders. With this role comes an opportunity to learn new technologies and take a position of visibility at key levels within the government.

Responsibilities

Support the design and development of web services using JAVA

Support data transfer and integration strategies for existing and new system-to-system interfaces for the application.

Support will include maintenance of several existing system-to-system interfaces with external organizations, develop and prototype new web services and API's using technologies such as JSON, SOAP, XML to facilitate data exchanges.

Develop advanced queries, create data models and views in ORACLE.

Develop testable code using existing service tier components and prescribed coding conventions

Work in a dynamic environment utilizing advanced debugging skills

Demonstrate flexibility and attention to detail, working in a collaborative team environment using emerging technologies and modern software development practices

Under Lead Architect guidance work to define requirements, research candidate technologies, and support development of prototype solutions.

Support development by applying Agile principles, including participating in sprint planning, design sessions, development, testing and deployment

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or an equivalent amount of work experience

3+ years of professional software engineering and software development experience

Ability to work independently in a team environment

Experience with object-oriented analysis and design patterns/techniques with emphasis on Java/J2EE technology

Experience with Java, J2EE, JSP, JDBC, Hibernate, JMX, JMS, AJAX, JSF

Experience with or knowledge of AWS

Experience with Content Management Systems

Experience using COTS products such as Solr, tomcat, etc. is a plus

Experience designing and developing SOAP and REST based services

Experience being part of Scrum or other Agile development teams

Applied knowledge of architectural patterns such as Microservices, SOA, MVC, etc.

Excellent problem solving and analytical, and technical skills.

Ability to think critically and act expeditiously to evaluate situations, make decisions and solve problems.

Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to work well with a variety of personalities.

Ability to work effectively with dynamic environment with changes in priorities and aggressive deadlines.

Significant knowledge of database structure including, but not limited to, Oracle, Access, and Microsoft Excel.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint

Strong analytical skills

Highly organized, efficient, and extremely detail-oriented

Ability to prioritize among multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Ability to work independently and know when to seek assistance

Demonstrated strength in oral and written communication skills, including professional emails

PREFERRED SKILLS

Desired knowledge and experience with data management and business process engineering

Ability to create process maps utilizing Visio or other similar software

Regular Full-Time