Senior Java Developer at Rand Merchant Bank

Job description

Purpose of the role:

We currently have an open position for a Senior Java developer with a strong background in building scalable, reliable and high-performance software applications using the latest Java Development Kit framework. Responsible for building and maintaining internal web-facing applications, the developer will be working with a team of experienced developers, analysts and business resources in order to build enterprise systems that support mission objectives in the finance community. We are looking for a dynamic, talented application developer who is ready for a challenge where teamwork, technical ability, client interaction, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, enhances, debugs, and implements software.
• Troubleshoots production problems related to software applications.
• Researches, tests, build, and coordinate the conversion and/or integration of new products based on client requirements.
• Designs and develops new software products or major enhancements to existing software.
• Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms.
• Consults with project teams and end users to identify application requirements.
• Performs feasibility analysis on potential future projects to management.
• Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application software packages, application integration and testing tools.
• Address problems related to system performance and scalability issues.
• Ability to take responsibility of lead developer on certain projects.

Skills

• Excellent application system design and development skills.
• Strong experience in architecting, implementing and managing high performance scalable J2EE/Java applications on Linux/Unix platforms
• Experience with working with following technologies: SOAP and Rest Webservices, Oracle, Maven, XML, JBoss, Tomcat, Java Concurrency.
• Excellent knowledge of J2EE architecture/design patterns, Object Oriented Design methodologies, SOA, data modeling techniques, SPA, Dependency Injection
• Solid knowledge of OOP software concepts, design patterns, and best practices
• Ability to adapt quickly to an existing, complex environment and learn new concepts / software technologies as needs arise
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, and a responsible team-player.

Experience

• We are looking for a Senior Java Developer with minimum 5+ years of solid software development.
• Preference will be given to applicants with experience in leading a team.