Java Developer - Intermediate (JHB) at EQ Plus Technologies Pty

Position Overview:
As a Java Developer, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of Java-based applications. You will be part of a dynamic team that collaborates to deliver high-quality software solutions and contribute to the enhancement of existing products. Your expertise in Java programming and understanding of software development principles will be essential in achieving project objectives and delivering outstanding results.

Responsibilities:

• Software Development: Collaborate with the development team to design and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable Java applications. Translate requirements into functional code, ensuring adherence to best coding practices and coding standards.
• Code Review and Quality Assurance: Participate in code reviews, offering constructive feedback to team members to ensure code quality, consistency, and performance optimization.
• Bug Fixing and Maintenance: Analyze and troubleshoot issues in existing applications, including bug fixing and addressing performance bottlenecks to maintain software integrity.
• Testing: Develop and execute unit tests and functional tests to verify the correctness of the code and validate application functionality.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including other developers, product managers, and quality assurance engineers, to ensure seamless product development and delivery.
• Technical Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, and system architecture documents.
• Continuous Learning: Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in Java development to enhance personal and team knowledge.
• Performance Optimization: Identify and implement performance optimizations to ensure the efficiency and scalability of the Java applications.
• Deployment and Support: Participate in the deployment process and provide support during application releases and production issues as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Java Development: Strong proficiency in Java programming with a deep understanding of core concepts, data structures, and algorithms.
• Object-Oriented Design: Demonstrated experience in object-oriented design principles and design patterns.
• Frameworks and Libraries: Familiarity with popular Java frameworks and libraries such as Spring, Hibernate, etc.
• Database Management: Experience working with databases (SQL or NoSQL) and proficiency in writing efficient database queries.
• Web Technologies: Knowledge of web technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX.
• Version Control: Proficiency with version control systems, such as Git.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, as well as independently on individual tasks.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate technical concepts effectively.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred (but not required) Skills:

• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.