Backend Java Developer (W2 ONLY)

Geopaq Logic - Ridgefield Park, NJ

Full-time

Ridgefield Park, NJ

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

As a Backend Java Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Java-based back-end applications, services, and APIs. This role requires writing efficient, reusable, and well-documented code that adheres to industry best practices and coding standards. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in implementing and maintaining database schemas, writing complex SQL queries, and optimizing database performance, particularly using Oracle SQL. In this position, you will also develop and consume RESTful web services to facilitate seamless integration with external systems. Utilizing the Spring framework and its various modules, such as Spring Boot and Spring Batch, will be essential for building enterprise-level applications. You will manage project dependencies and build processes using Maven, and work with version control systems like Git for code management and collaboration. Quality assurance is a key aspect of this role; therefore, you will perform unit testing, integration testing, and debugging to ensure the reliability and quality of back-end components. Staying updated on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in back-end development will be part of your ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based back-end applications, services, and APIs.
• Write efficient, reusable, and well-documented code following industry best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Implement and maintain database schemas, write complex SQL queries, and optimize database performance using Oracle SQL.
• Develop and consume RESTful web services to enable seamless integration with external systems.
• Utilize Spring framework and its various modules (e.g., Spring Boot, Spring Batch) for building enterprise-level applications.
• Manage project dependencies and build processes using Maven.
• Work with version control systems such as Git for code management and collaboration.
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and debugging to ensure the quality and reliability of back-end components.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in back-end development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5 Plus years of experience in Java back-end development.
• Proficiency in Java programming language and related frameworks (e.g., Spring, Spring Boot, Spring Batch).
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with Oracle SQL and database design principles.
• Familiarity with RESTful web services and API development.
• Experience with build tools such as Maven.
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with other databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
• Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Understanding of software development best practices and design patterns.