The Java Engineer will serve as an embedded onsite technical resource within the customer's IT or development team. This role focuses on hands-on Java development to support, enhance, and maintain the customer's existing software systems and new development initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned Java developer who adapts quickly to established environments, adheres to customer standards and processes, and collaborates effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Requirements:Key Responsibilities
Deliver Java-based application enhancements, maintenance, and new feature development while working onsite as an integrated member of the customer's development team.
Maintain and improve existing Java applications and services, including defect resolution, enhancements, and modernization efforts as directed by the customer.
Adhere to the customer's development standards, branching strategies, documentation requirements, and SDLC practices; actively participate in code reviews and contribute to process improvements.
Investigate and resolve application issues, performance problems, and production incidents; provide timely updates and root-cause analysis.
Collaborate closely with customer team members, analysts, QA, and infrastructure/DevOps resources to ensure seamless solution delivery with minimal business disruption.
Create and maintain required technical documentation, including design notes, implementation details, runbooks, and change records.
Develop using secure coding practices and comply with all customer security, access control, and change management requirements.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
Experience
5+ years of professional Java development experience
Proven experience supporting and enhancing existing enterprise applications
Experience working within established SDLC and change-control processes (Agile or Waterfall)
Demonstrated ability to quickly ramp up in unfamiliar codebases and environments
Technical Skills Required
Strong proficiency in Java (Java 8 or higher; Java 17+ strongly preferred)
Experience with common Java frameworks (e.g., Spring, Spring Boot)
Solid SQL and relational database skills (querying, troubleshooting, performance optimization)
Proficiency with version-control systems (e.g., Git)
Familiarity with build tools and dependency management (e.g., Maven, Gradle)
Preferred
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
Experience working in Linux and/or Windows server environments
Soft Skills
Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving abilities
Professional communication skills with the ability to interact directly with customer stakeholders
Self-motivated and able to work independently while taking direction and managing priorities in a customer-facing environment
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on stability, maintainability, and code quality
Required Work Authorization: United States
Physical Requirements
Ability to operate computer equipment for extended periods
Must work onsite at the customer location during scheduled business hours
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Occasional lifting of equipment up to 25 pounds (may be required depending on customer environment)
Flexibility to work after-hours or weekends for maintenance windows or incident resolution
Pre-Employment Requirements
Successful completion of a criminal background check
Successful completion of a drug screening
Ability to meet any additional customer-specific security or access requirements
Note: This is an onsite placement supporting a customer environment. The Java Engineer will follow the customer's policies, procedures, scheduling requirements, and workplace standards while remaining a full-time employee of Inspired Technologies.+
Compensation details: 00 Yearly Salary
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