Senior Java Developer

Pivotal Solutions - Washington, DC

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Java Developer role at Pivotal Solutions, Inc. is a remote position focused on delivering scalable and reliable business applications using J2EE technologies. The developer will maintain existing applications, implement new features, and ensure high-quality standards through automated testing and documentation. Collaboration with other engineers is essential for code reviews and process enhancements, with a strong emphasis on performance optimization to meet business goals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver highly scalable and reliable business applications using J2EE technologies.
• Maintain a suite of existing applications by implementing new features and fixing critical bugs.
• Collaborate with other engineers on code reviews, internal infrastructure, and process enhancements.
• Ensure that unit and system tests are automated and complete per quality assurance requirements.
• Optimize performance and scalability as necessary to meet business and financial goals of application and environment.
• Adhere to current documentation standards and produce necessary documentation for training and compliance.

Requirements

• BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of J2EE development experience for proprietary technologies in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong Java skills and object-oriented design experience, including working knowledge of core libraries and design patterns.
• Significant development experience in a Unix/Linux environment.
• Experience integrating with databases (preferably Oracle) and middle-tier application server architecture.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and an interest in working in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results, prioritize activities, and to manage time effectively.
• Experience with Toplink or Hibernate is a plus.
• Experience with agile development methodologies desired.
• Preferred experience with JBoss, Weblogic, JMX, rule engine, and SOA.
• Significant experience with automated test frameworks (Junit & WebUnit).
• Prefer working experience with 3rd party integrations.
• Working knowledge of current software security technologies (encryption, authentication, etc.), and their incorporation into software systems; experience with Atalla is a plus.
• Prefer experience in card processing and high-transaction processing environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Toplink or Hibernate is a plus.
• Experience with agile development methodologies desired.
• Preferred experience with JBoss, Weblogic, JMX, rule engine, and SOA.
• Working knowledge of current software security technologies (encryption, authentication, etc.), and their incorporation into software systems; experience with Atalla is a plus.
• Prefer experience in card processing and high-transaction processing environment.