Senior Java Cloud Backend Developer

Motion Recruitment • Tempe, AZ

475d • $117,874 - $138,674

About The Position

The Senior Java Cloud Backend Developer role at Motion Recruitment Partners involves leveraging cutting-edge technology to solve business problems within a collaborative environment. This position is responsible for participating in all phases of the development process, advocating for agile methodologies, and enhancing the codebase through object-oriented development practices. The role is a contract opportunity with a duration of 12 months, focusing on delivering high-quality software solutions for a Fortune 500 transportation company.

Requirements

• Proven experience in at least one object-oriented language.
• Proven experience in at least one web framework, preferably Spring or Spring Boot.
• Proven experience in SQL and ability to design relational database schemas.
• Ability to function in a Linux/Unix environment using shell commands.
• Ability to ensure applications adhere to security standards.
• Proficiency in J2EE technologies: Java, JSP, JMS, JAXB, JDBC, EJB.
• Experience with Hibernate, Oracle, and Query performance tuning.
• Experience in cloud-based development, specifically Cloud Foundry.
• Familiarity with web servers like Tomcat and Websphere.
• Experience with REST/SOAP web services.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies like Angular JS and jQuery.
• Experience with build/deployment tools such as Maven and Git.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools like Jenkins and SonarQube.
• Proficiency in object-oriented design techniques and principles.
• Experience in Agile methodologies, such as SCRUM.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields.
• Experience building business-critical, Internet scale distributed systems.
• Ability to work as part of a team with a focus on team goals.
• Experience using source control management systems.
• Exposure to continuous integration/deployment environments.
• Experience delivering software using Agile methodologies like Extreme Programming.
• Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD).
• Experience with multi-threading and concurrency.
• Experience with debugging and performance profiling.
• Experience with service-oriented application development patterns.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for software delivery and influencing the team to adopt new behaviors based on feedback.
• Facilitate team ceremonies in conjunction with appropriate team members.
• Identify gaps in agile and technical practices and collaboratively seek remedies.
• Question the status quo and lead experiments for increased customer value or new learnings.
• Develop soft skills and utilize practices like pair programming.
• Work with the delivery manager to identify training and growth opportunities.
• Help articulate and eliminate team blockers with the Delivery Manager.
• Participate in architecture and software design with the Squad.
• Encourage the team to work on new ideas and iterative design.
• Partner with the Product Owner to support the Squad's delivery.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree