Our direct client is looking for a Senior Java, database Developer for a 6 months+ Contract position in Bedford, MA.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
- We are seeking a Senior Java and Database Developer to join and help on a team of experienced developers (~10 people) working on mission critical data delivery systems.
- The systems utilize multiple technologies to distribute financial data (both reference and pricing data) through various mediums from bulk file deliveries, through multiple delivery channels.
- The candidate should be able to work independently, handle multiple simultaneous tasks and be adept at prioritizing their work.
- The candidate will be able to focus on the project priorities in order to deliver the required product at the scheduled time.
- They should be comfortable collaborating with business analysts, product managers, quality assurance groups and client services to refine requirements and plan implementation strategies.
- The applicant will have experience in problem solving, planning, and estimating development efforts and have strong communication skills. Most importantly they should demonstrate the ability to show initiative and be able to move projects forward to completion with minimal supervision.
- The candidate will be expected to be involved in the full life cycle of the systems development from requirement gathering through development and testing to on-going support and maintenance.
- The position will involve some on-call support outside of regular business hours, nights and weekends.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Development, maintenance and support next generation data delivery system comprised built on Java, Spring Framework, Oracle, and Kafka.
- Act as subject matter expert on database and data access patterns for the team. Work closely with DBAs on any design or performance optimizations.
- Aid in the design of the system working closely with the lead architect. This includes developing technical specifications, design, coding and testing new features.
- Provide on-call support as part of a team rotation. Triage, diagnose and remediate production issues that impact client file deliveries.
Knowledge and Experience
- Significant Java development experience in a Linux based environment
- Experience Oracle development (Java data access patterns, SQL Loader, PL/SQL)
- Experience in Spring Web MVC, Spring REST
- Experience with Angular, Angular 2, ReactJS are a plus
- Experience with Kafka, Spring Batch and Python are a plus
- Experience with financial data (Reference Data, Pricing, Market Data) is a plus
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software/Computer Engineering or Computer/Information Sciences or equivalent experience
Core Competencies
Teamwork
- Offers time and/or assistance to colleagues; is widely regarded and respected as someone to go to for help
- Fosters friendly and cooperative relationships with others; colleagues enjoy working with the
employee
- Shares knowledge and mentors staff; works to develop others' knowledge as well as own
- Gives and shares credit as appropriate
- Contributes to recruiting and training efforts of others, including candidate referrals, job interviews and mentoring
- Attends and participates in company and department level functions inside and outside of the office
Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
- Demonstrates an understanding of the urgent nature of our business and the need to proactively find and fix problems quickly and effectively takes ownership and follows through on decisions; doesn't minimize or forget about problems
- Determines and fixes root causes rather than just treating symptoms
- Applies novel techniques to solve problems that are more ambiguous; challenges long-held beliefs when necessary
- Quickly and effectively identifies alternative solutions and the pros/cons of each; confirms that a proposed solution has no unintended consequences
takes steps to mitigate risk
- Consults with colleagues and recommends solutions based on the best interests of customers and shareholders, even when the opinion is unpopular
Communication
- Actively listens and speaks to, not over, others
- Uses clear and constructive language orally and in writing
- Communicates important developments to the relevant and appropriate audiences in a timely and consistent manner
- Asks follow-up questions to ensure all points are understood
- Takes time to objectively listen to all viewpoints before forming an opinion
- Builds consensus among differing views
Professionalism & Integrity
- Makes a positive impression; represents the company well on the phone and in person, including maintaining attire and appearance that is consistent with company image and appropriate for employee's role
- Models a 'can-do' attitude and takes initiative as a self-starter; inspires and motivates others to do the same
- Embraces, rather than resists, additional responsibilities
- Refrains from office gossip; settles rather than creates conflict with and between others
- Exhibits desired work habits including regular office hours and extra hours when necessary while minimizing breaks and non-work related activities
Location: Bedford, MA
Duration: 6 months+ Contract
Please send resume to "jobs at etechnovision dot com" with A3233A in Subject for immediate consideration.