Sr. Java Developer - REMOTE

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Sr. Java Developer - REMOTE for a Contract assignment with one of our premier Human Resources clients in Austin, TX. Responsibilities :

• Perform technical oversight and assessment of application and system development projects to ensure technical integrity and compliance with design requirements
• Work closely with Program Managers and other partners/stakeholders to develop project plans, and participate in resource planning
• Develop, evaluate, and implement improved processes, methods, and tools to continually improve software delivery effectiveness.
• Deliverables include, usable software increments, software design documents, raw documentation, test cases and unit testing, fixes, and incident resolution.
• Takes care for maintenance of existing releases for product / capability delivered by the team
• Specify systems architecture, application design, systems integration methods, and data migration tools and techniques
• Coordinate with QA testing staff to ensure comprehensive test coverage, effective performance and load tests, timely resolution of issues, and other actions to assure delivery of quality software
• Fulfills agreed done criteria and quality / test standards (e.g. static checks, test automation up-to-date and running).
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the manager's discretion.
• Mentor and develop junior team members

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical /Electronic Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 6+ years' experience in Javascript or Javascript frameworks developing and maintaining large scale enterprise web applications using:
• Java, Spring MVC/Spring Boot, JDBC, Hibernate
• Apache Webserver, Tomcat Application Server
• Oracle, SQL, MongoDB
• Experience working with microservices architecture and in distributed applications
• Experience writing and consuming RESTful services.
• Proficiency with the DOM and asynchronous event-programming model preferred
• Extensive knowledge of model-view-controller driven application development.
• Development within an IDE such as Visual Studio or Webstorm
• Proficient in use of SQL and data modeling
• Experience with formal SDLCs and development methodologies required
• Working knowledge with testing tools and techniques such as Karma with Jasmine, continuous integration
• Experience with Software design patterns and developing test driven applications.
• Solid understanding of data integration technologies and processes
• Strong knowledge of SCM systems like Git and Gitflows.
• Cross-platform (PC/Mac, desktop, laptop, tablet) and cross-browser (IE, Firefox, Chrome, Safari) development preferred
• Knowledge of the following is a plus: AWS EC2 cluster, AOP, Docker, Kubernetes, Kubectl and Rancher
• Human Resources, Payroll, and/or Benefits business domain experience a plus
• Experience in full SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle)
• Work in a highly collaborative team setting
• Knowledge of secure coding standards and best practices
• Understanding of Agile practices such as test-driven development and continuous integration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to clearly articulate to all project members and stakeholders through written documentation
• Must take initiative, be a conclusive decision-maker and show confidence in decisions made and be able to see tasks through to completion without significant guidance
• Looking for a team player who works well with technical and non-technical resources
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace
• Ability to adapt to a fast paced continually changing business and work environment while managing multiple priorities