Associate Software Developer - Full Stack - Java - Hybrid - 4 days - Arlington, Virginia
Publicis Groupe•Arlington, VA
•Hybrid
About The Position
As an Associate Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development, enhancement, and maintenance of modern web applications using Java-based microservices. Working as part of an agile engineering team, you will build user-facing features, develop backend services, and collaborate with senior engineers to deliver high-quality digital solutions. Your focus will be on writing clean, maintainable code, learning best practices, and growing your technical expertise across both frontend and backend development.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in software engineering, full stack application development, or a related experience.
- Proficiency in Java development and object-oriented programming concepts.
- Hands-on experience building backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs.
- Experience developing modern web applications using frontend technologies such as React, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
- Experience integrating frontend applications with REST APIs and backend services.
- Understanding of software development best practices including code reviews, testing, debugging, and version control.
- Familiarity with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
- Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Experience using Git and collaborative development workflows in an Agile environment.
- Understanding of CI/CD concepts, automated testing, and modern software delivery practices.
- Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker; exposure to Kubernetes is a plus.
- Basic scripting experience with Python, Bash, or similar languages for automation and productivity tasks.
- Experience or academic exposure to AI-assisted software development, including working with AI coding tools, APIs, or machine learning-based applications.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with a desire to learn new technologies.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
Nice To Haves
- Angular experience is a plus, including building components, services, and responsive user interfaces using TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain Angular-based web applications.
- Build and enhance Java Spring Boot microservices and RESTful APIs.
- Collaborate with senior engineers, architects, and product teams to implement business requirements.
- Develop responsive and accessible user interfaces using Angular, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
- Consume and integrate REST APIs into frontend applications.
- Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve code quality.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application defects, bugs, and performance issues.
- Write unit tests and support automated testing efforts.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment activities.
- Follow established engineering standards, security guidelines, and development best practices.
- Continuously learn new technologies and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
Benefits
- Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Flexibility to support work-life balance.
- Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
- Generous paid leave and holidays.
- Wellness program and employee assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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