Senior Java Database Developer - 26-00796

NavitasPartners • Jersey City, NJ

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Java Database Developer to design, develop, test, and deliver high-quality, scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Java/J2EE technologies, relational databases, and modern development practices, with the ability to adapt to new technologies and evolving business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent (BE / BTech / MCA)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• 12+ years of experience building enterprise server-side applications using Java/J2EE
• Core Java expertise, including: Multithreading and concurrency, JVM fundamentals (memory management, garbage collection, performance tuning)
• Extensive experience with the Spring Framework
• Strong experience with Relational Databases (RDBMS)
• Advanced SQL (joins, subqueries, indexing, performance tuning)
• Working knowledge of Linux/Unix environments
• Shell scripting
• Log analysis and process monitoring
• Understanding of application deployment and runtime environments
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps)
• Version control using Git
• Build tools: Maven / Gradle
• Exposure to Docker (preferred); Kubernetes (nice to have)
• Experience with cloud platforms : Azure, AWS, or GCP
• Messaging systems: Kafka, RabbitMQ
• Microservices architecture
• Security best practices: OAuth2, JWT, SSO, SAML concepts
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as Jira
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to review and improve code quality
• Clear communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments
• Strong ownership mindset and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Snowflake or other cloud data warehouses
• Exposure to Docker
• Kubernetes

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test robust and scalable Java-based enterprise applications
• Deliver hands-on coding solutions aligned with project delivery requirements
• Ensure system architecture and integration designs align with platform strategies and business goals
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to ensure smooth project delivery
• Develop a strong understanding of financial products, services, and business processes to propose optimal technical solutions
• Stay informed on industry trends, regulatory considerations, compliance requirements, and risk controls
• Perform code reviews and enforce development best practices
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level developers
• Contribute to performance optimization, production issue resolution, and system reliability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior