IT Specialist/Java Web Applications Developer (0080042, 0081839)

University of Hawaii•Honolulu, HI

30d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves analyzing and defining system requirements, providing logical workflows and data structures, and defining interface specifications. The role requires working with subject matter experts and stakeholders to understand business needs, analyzing source metadata, and developing data mapping and transformation rules. The IT Specialist will develop and test software applications, ensuring code quality and adherence to best practices, specifically programming, evaluating, and testing web-based applications using Java, HTML, JSP, and JSTL. Responsibilities include designing software test procedures, coordinating testing, evaluating results, monitoring system performance, participating in code reviews, and working with customers to ensure project deadlines are met. The role also involves staying updated on IT advancements, assessing new Java frameworks, providing implementation and post-implementation support, resolving technical issues, and assisting with software performance tuning. The position requires following and implementing IT best practices and directives from University of Hawai'i System Information Technology Services, and leading initiatives to enhance system reliability, security, and operational efficiency. Additionally, the role includes supervising and mentoring IT staff.

Requirements

Possession of a pertinent baccalaureate educational degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Information & Computer Sciences and 3 years of progressively responsible professional information technology experience with responsibilities for applications development, of which 2 years of the experience must have been comparable in scope and complexity to the next lower pay band in the University of Hawai'i broadband system; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
Considerable working knowledge of applications development as demonstrated by the broad knowledge and understanding of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving information technology concepts, principles and methodologies.
Considerable working knowledge and understanding of the broad technology, systems, hardware and software associated with applications development.
Demonstrated ability to recognize a wide range of intricate problems, use reasoning and logic to determine accurate causes, and apply principles and practices to determine, evaluate, integrate, and implement practical and thorough solutions in an effective and timely manner.
Proven ability to comprehend, interpret and implement administrative directives and guidance to ensure IT operations align with organizational standards and industry best practices.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
If applicable, for supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
Strong understanding of IT service management, cybersecurity principles, risk management, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining IT best practices, standards, and governance.
Considerable working knowledge of Java and JSP.
Considerable working knowledge of HTML, CSS, XML and JSON.
Considerable working knowledge of one or more Database Management Systems (DBMS) such as MySQL or Oracle.
Considerable working knowledge of coding practices necessary for developing enterprise-wide, web-based applications; prototyping and iterative development techniques; and systems development methodology and techniques.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
Demonstrated ability to develop and revise system plans, design documents, implementation plans, training material, and to conduct user group sessions and related interviews.
Demonstrated ability to develop clean, structured programs and conduct thorough testing; define, design, and develop efficient customized reports and ad hoc queries; and recognize problems, identify possible causes, and resolve routine problems.
Demonstrated ability to speak, read, comprehend, interpret, and write fluently in English.
Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technologies independently and in a timely manner using books, manuals, and other resources.
Ability to work a variable work schedule; and work outside normally scheduled work hours including day, night, weekend and/or holiday hours, as directed.

Nice To Haves

Considerable working knowledge of the Spring Framework and Spring Boot.
Considerable working knowledge of web service protocols such as SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol) or REST (Representational State Transfer).
Working knowledge of Struts MVC, Spring MVC and/or Spring WebFlow.
Working knowledge of Apache Web Server and the Tomcat servlet container.
Working knowledge of JavaScript and related technologies such as jQuery, React, AngularJS and Node.js.
Working knowledge of Maven.
Working knowledge of a testing framework such as JUnit or DbUnit.
Working knowledge of an IDE such as Eclipse or IntelliJ.
Working knowledge of a source control system such as Git.
Working knowledge of SQL (Structured Query Language).
Working knowledge of usability concepts and disability requirements for web-based applications.
Working knowledge of deploying applications to Amazon Web Services or other cloud providers.
Working knowledge of SaaS cloud applications and enterprise interfaces and integrations.
Ability to design and develop dynamic prototypes and websites, development of online forms, and web user interfaces.

Responsibilities

Analyze and define various system requirements; provide logical workflows and data structures for new systems; and define interface specifications in accordance with overall system design.
Work with subject matter experts and stakeholders to understand business needs, source data structures, data item definitions, and document key findings.
Analyze source metadata, profile source data, and develop data mapping and transformation rules.
Communicate and work with managerial, administrative, and technical staff to determine system information needs, data flows, and definitions.
Document what is learned to develop materials which match processes, system features and functionalities as indicated.
Develop and determine system specifications, including timelines and functional specifications, translate specifications into programming requirements including program modules and data element dictionaries.
Determine software, integrations, and other tools necessary to implement system specifications.
Develop and document functional descriptions of assigned features and modules that describe the system and the problems that it solves.
Develop and document technical documentation aligned with established system designs and specifications.
Develop, test and maintain software applications, ensuring code quality and adherence to best practices.
Program, evaluate, and test web-based applications using Java, HTML, JSP (JavaServer Pages), and JSTL (JavaServer Pages Standard Tag Library), and/or any other programming or scripting languages to meet project requirements.
Develop and design software test procedures; design system test; coordinate system and parallel and quality assurance testing; evaluate test results determine whether programs are production ready.
Monitor and review system performance and user problems to determine if system adjustments or enhancements are necessary.
Participate in peer code reviews and refactoring efforts.
Work directly with customers and development staff to ensure that the necessary testing, bug fixes, and programming modifications are completed by project deadlines.
Keep abreast of advances in information technology and assess the feasibility of incorporating into project plans and specifications to deliver better value to the customer.
Assess and evaluate the capabilities and limitations of emerging Java frameworks, tools, and best practices.
Provide project implementation and post-implementation support for web-based applications supported or developed by Enterprise Systems (ES).
Work with users and stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
Assist in monitoring and tuning software performance and suggesting optimizations.
Follows and implements directives and guidance related to best practices from University of Hawai'i System Information Technology Services.
Ensures the consistent adoption, implementation, and enforcement of recommendations issued through University of Hawai'i System Information Technology Service.
Keeps abreast of recommendations issued through University of Hawai'i System Information Technology Service, and takes timely action as needed.
Continuously monitor and lead initiatives to enhance system reliability, security, and operational efficiency.
Supervise and mentor IT staff to assure that administrative directives and industry best practices are understood and followed.
Other duties as assigned.