Java Application Support Lead - Virtual

Alight Solutions

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Java Application Support Lead plays a key role in designing, developing, testing, and supporting enterprise applications. This position partners closely with client delivery, development, and support teams to resolve issues, deliver enhancements, and ensure reliable system operations. This role also supports the growth of others through coaching, code and quality reviews, and knowledge sharing. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise along with curiosity, learning agility, and a team-first mindset that values collaboration and collective success.

Requirements

Minimum 4 years of Java with at least 2 years in Application Support experience.
Experience with API's, AWS and Cloud-based Saas Platforms.
Experience with New Relic Monitoring
Have experience in gathering customer requirements and translating into business needs.
Server knowledge and Application Support.
Quadient and Groovy knowledge
Be highly organized, able to multi-task and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Have solid experience of Agile software methodologies and the Software Development Lifecycle.
Significant experience in two or more of the following core technology areas Java /J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot.
Knowledge of data formats, including JSON, XML, XSLT, and CSV.
Knowledge of RESTful frameworks with focus on API development and support (preferred).
Ability to use and manage GIT repositories.
Experience working with continuous integration and development pipeline tools such as Jenkins, Jira, and Artifactory.
System integration using synchronous and asynchronous protocols including SOAP, REST, IBM MQ, JMS, Kafka, or other technology.
Microservices concepts and frameworks.
Database concepts, database design and data modeling (Relational and NoSQL database).
Demonstrated experience with Spring and Spring boot, docker.
Experience with Relational databases such as Postgres and DB2.
Experience working with Linux/Unix and Docker Containers.
Associate interprets and executes the project management methodology.
Associate coaches others to understand and execute the project management methodology.
Lead client environment and systems requirement meetings to elicit and understand the client's needs/requirements and identify issues to complete the scoping.
Configure the application to support requirements and design. Take a strong lead in working with the client throughout the life of a project or issue.
Evaluates and synthesizes predictions for growth. For example, evaluates new hardware and software to determine its need and cost vs. benefit and/or application in the existing system.
Reviews applications for continuous improvement, analyzing applications for efficiencies and areas of improvement.
Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or relevant business experience
Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video.
Flexible Working So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and “Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs” 5 years in a row.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of RESTful frameworks with focus on API development and support (preferred).

Responsibilities

Works closely with development and support groups to develop, plan, and implement system enhancements and upgrades.
Demonstrates solid problem-solving techniques across multiple areas of technology and operational models.
Resolves issues with wide impacts. Coaches others to build problem-solving skills.
Gathers and analyzes business needs and requirements. Associate is able to provide/suggest multiple solutions within and outside the associate's area of expertise to meet needs.
Facilitates outage restoration calls to access application impact, notify the business, and restore system issues. Associate will also be held responsible to document issue summary, provide root cause analysis, and implement remediation actions.
Produces solid technical documentation and seeks and incorporates feedback where appropriate. Associate coaches others in writing technical documents.
Interprets and executes the project management methodology. The support lead coaches others to understand and execute the project management methodology.
Leads client environment and systems requirement meetings to elicit and understand the client's needs/requirements and identify issues to complete the scoping.
Configures the application to support requirements and design. Take a strong lead in working with the client throughout the life of a project or issue.
Evaluates and synthesizes predictions for growth. For example, evaluates new hardware and software to determine its need and cost vs. benefit and/or application in the existing system.
Reviews applications for continuous improvement, analyzing applications for efficiencies and areas of improvement.

Benefits

We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it’s important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as several voluntary benefit options.

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