Junior Java Developer

Overview

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

Employment Type: OTHER